Mic2 is a gene present on both the X and Y chromosome of humans. Suppose a mutant form, mic2, results in an abnormal surface antigen. Assume that it is possible to identify heterozygous and homozygous individuals. If you had a large enough pedigree, could one differentiate between autosomal and pseudoautosomal inheritance? Explain.

Mic2 is a gene present on both the X and Y chromosome of humans. Suppose a mutant form, mic2, results in an abnormal surface antigen. Assume that it is possible to identify heterozygous and homozygous individuals. If you had a large enough pedigree, could one differentiate between autosomal and pseudoautosomal inheritance? Explain.

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Human Heredity: Principles and Issues (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

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Author:Michael Cummings

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Chapter11: Genome Alterations: Mutation And Epigenetics

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