QQuestion
Write one feature of the gene responsible for colour blindness.
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✓Answer
The gene responsible for colour blindness is X-linked recessive.
Explanation:
Colour blindness is caused by a recessive gene located on the X chromosome. Since males have only one X chromosome, they are more commonly affected by this disease. Females are carriers unless they have the defective gene on both X chromosomes.
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