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This is a typical pedigree for a family that carries neurofibromatosis. Is individual I-2 most likely homozygous or heterozygous? Why? Explain.

Human Heredity: Principles and Issues (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305251052

Author:Michael Cummings

Publisher:Michael Cummings

Chapter10: From Proteins To Phenotypes

Section10.7: Defects In Transport Proteins: Hemoglobin

Problem 2EG

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