JAMB Biology 1989 Question 39

Question 39

Chromosomes, DNA and Sex Linkage

Which of the following is a sex-linked character?

  1. A.Sickle-cell anaemia
  2. B.Tongue rolling
  3. C.Skin colour
  4. D.Colour blindness
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Colour blindness)

Explanation

The gene for colour blindness is carried on the X chromosome, so it is sex-linked.