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BIO 101 Key Genetics Terms and Mendel's Laws Objective Question

Question

A __________ condition occurs when a gene is present in only one copy.
Options
A homozygous
B heterozygous
C hemizygous
Correct Answer
D nullizygous
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

A hemizygous condition occurs when a gene is present in only one copy.

Hint

This is common for genes on sex chromosomes in individuals with one of those chromosomes.

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