Down syndrome is an example of a/an:

A) autosomal dominant disorder
B) multifactorial disorder
C) developmental defect
D) chromosomal disorder


Answer: D) chromosomal disorder

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following components of the bone matrix is inorganic?

A. Glycoprotein B. Glycosaminoglycan C. Proteoglycan D. Collagen E. Hydroxyapatite

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Chromosome pairs are called ________.

A. haploid B. loci C. genomes D. homologous pairs E. karyotypes

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What is the most precise description of a false rib?

A. A rib that never ossifies, but remains as cartilage throughout life B. A rib that connects indirectly to the sternum by a costal cartilage, or has no connection to the sternum C. A rib that connects directly to the sternum by its own costal cartilage D. A rib that has no cartilaginous connection to the sternum E. A rib that does not articulate with the vertebral column

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