Inheritance of Human Genetic Disorders

These flashcards cover key vocabulary related to human genetic disorders, including inheritance patterns and significant discoveries in genetics.

X-linked Recessive Disorders

Genetic disorders linked to the X chromosome, such as hemophilia and color blindness.

Autosomal Recessive Disorders

Genetic disorders that require two recessive alleles for the disease to manifest, such as albinism and cystic fibrosis.

Polydactyly

A genetic condition characterized by the presence of extra fingers or toes.

Crossing Over

The process by which homologous chromosomes exchange genetic material during meiosis.

Punnett Square

A diagram used to predict the genetic outcome of a cross between two individuals.

Sickle Cell Anemia

An autosomal recessive disorder caused by a mutation in the hemoglobin gene, leading to distorted red blood cells.

Hemophilia

An X-linked recessive disorder that affects blood clotting.