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Which of the following does not belong to the same linkage group?

Correct answer: D. Gout

  • A. Sickle cell anemia
  • B. Albinism
  • C. Leukemia
  • D. Gout

Explanation

Genes for color blindness, hemophilia, gout, etc form one linkage group in humans. Gene for sickle cell anaemia, leukemia and albinism make another linkage group

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