WAEC Biology 2008 Question 54

Question 54

Chromosomes, DNA and Sex Linkage

Which of the following diseases is commonly observed in human males and is sex-linked?

  1. A.Beriberi
  2. B.Down's syndrome
  3. C.Sickle-cell anaemia
  4. D.Colour blindness.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Colour blindness.)

Explanation

The gene for colour blindness is on the X chromosome, so males, with one X, show it more often.