Someone born with an inherited condition known as adrenal hyperplasia might have two X chromosomes but genitalia that resemble those of a male. Explain the effects on the individual's phenotypic and genotypic sex

What will be an ideal response?


Because a genetic mutation led to excessive production of androgens in the fetus, the individual's genetic sex is female, but the individual's phenotypic sex could be considered ambiguous or male.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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The method of using two ropes to secure a horse so that the head is level is known as ____________________-____________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Irritant receptors in the lower airway respond to all except:

A. chemical vapors B. physical factors C. distortion of the alveolar walls D. particles

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Bilirubin

A. may be reused in erythropoiesis. B. is made from bile. C. is formed from the globin groups of hemoglobin. D. may build up in the circulation and cause jaundice. E. is found in white blood cells.

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