NEET Biology question

Improper segregation (non-disjunction) of chromosomes during meiosis results in

(A)Euploidy
(B)AneuploidyCorrect
(C)Duplication
(D)Polyploidy

Answer: (B)

Solution

An abnormal chromosomal arrangement — such as non-disjunction during meiosis — leads to the loss or gain of individual chromosomes, producing aneuploidy, which upsets the genetic balance and disrupts normal development. Euploidy

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