Concepts of Genetics (11th Edition)
Concepts of Genetics (11th Edition)
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780321948915
Author: William S. Klug, Michael R. Cummings, Charlotte A. Spencer, Michael A. Palladino
Publisher: PEARSON
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To determine: The definition of genetic or molecular disease by taking the example of sickle-cell anemia.

Introduction: Sickle cell anemia is a type of genetic disease in which three different types of phenotypes and genotypes are created with the help of alleles HbA and HbS.

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To determine: The similarities and differences between genetic diseases and the diseases that are caused by the microorganisms.

Introduction: Diseases may arise due to the defects in the gene, or they may be caused by various types of disease-causing microorganisms. Diseases can also be categorized into infectious and non-infectious diseases.

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