Hemophilia is a:
Correct answer: B. Both of these
- A. None of these
- B. Both of these
- C. Mendelian trait
- D. Chromosomal disorder
Explanation
Hemophilia is a Mendelian trait that is also an X chromosome-linked recessive disorder. X-linked recessive trait means a trait that is only expressed on the X chromosome. Because the traits or mutations are only present on the X chromosome, males only require 1 defective X chromosome to acquire the disease whereas females require 2 defective X chromosomes. Therefore, these traits are much more common in men as compared to women. Examples of X-linked recessive traits include Hemophilia A and B, color blindness, etc.
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