Aneuploidy is a chromosomal disorder where chromosome number is not the exact copy of its haploid set of chromosomes, due to : Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
- C and D only
- D and E only
- A and B only
- B and C only
Answer
(4) B and C only
Solution
Failure of segregation of chromatids during cell division results in the gain (addition) or loss (deletion) of a chromosome(s); this is called aneuploidy (e.g. trisomy 21, monosomy X).
Substitution, translocation and inversion do not change the chromosome number.
Hence B and C only.
Answer: (4)