EXAMPLES OF DISEASE

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**EXAMPLES OF DISEASES: When Meiosis Goes Wrong** --- **• X-linked Disorders:** - Hypertrichosis - Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy - Hunter Syndrome - Menkes Disease (Kinky Hair Syndrome) - Hemophilia - Color Blindness - Cystic Fibrosis - Inherited Diabetes (Type 1) - Baldness and Alopecia --- **• Down Syndrome (Trisomy 21):** A chromosomal disorder caused by the presence of an extra chromosome 21 (trisomy 21). It is the most common chromosomal abnormality and is associated with intellectual disability and distinct physical traits. --- **• Female Turner Syndrome (XO):** A chromosomal disorder affecting females, caused by the complete or partial absence of one X chromosome (monosomy X). It is not inherited but results from a random error during gamete formation or early embryonic development. - Female with 45 chromosomes total. - Missing an X chromosome. - Infertile. - Does not go through puberty. - Non-functioning reproductive organs. --- **• Cystic Fibrosis (CF):** A genetic disorder that primarily affects the lungs but also impacts the pancreas, liver, kidneys, and intestines. The enzymes required to break down mucus are not functioning p...