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Question
Write a note on Down’s syndrome.
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Solution
Down syndrome:
- Individuals suffering from Down syndrome will have 47 chromosomes instead of the normal number 46.
- 21st Trisomy occurs due to non-disjunction or failure of separation of chromosomes (autosomes) during gamete formation.
- Following are the symptoms of Down syndrome:
- Mild or moderate mental retardation and poor skeletal development.
- Distinct facial features like small head, ears, and mouth.
- The face is typically flat and rounded with a flat nose, open mouth, and protruding tongue.
- Eyes slant up and out with internal epicanthal folds.
- Flat hands and stubby fingers, the palm is broad with a single palmer crease.
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