Name and describe one disorder caused by an abnormal number of sex chromosomes that affects only males. In addition, name and describe one disorder caused by an abnormal number of sex chromosomes that affects only females
What will be an ideal response?
A good answer will include the following key points:
+ Klinefelter's syndrome (XXY chromosome pattern): characteristics include tall stature, small testicles, sterile, and below-normal intelligence. Males only. OR
+ XYY complement: characteristics include tall stature and, sometimes, below-normal intelligence. Males only. OR
+ Turner's syndrome (Xo): characteristics are short stature, limited development of secondary sex characteristics, and problems perceiving spatial relations. Females only. OR
+ XXX syndrome: characteristics are normal stature, but delayed motor and language development. Females only.
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