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What are traits on the X chromosomes called?
linked or sex-linked traits
What are the four diseases associated with sex-linked genes?
Color blindness
Hemophilia
Hunter Syndrome
Muscular dystrophy
What is color blindness?
It is the inability to distinguish different colors of the spectrum, which can range from mild to severe.
What is hemophilia also known as?
It is also known as bleeder's disease.
What causes Hunter Syndrome?
It is caused by a lack of certain sulfatase, which is a type of enzyme.
What are the characteristics of Hunter Syndrome?
It is characterized by a large head, mental retardation, and coarse facial features.
What is muscular dystrophy?
It is a progressive wasting of muscles due to muscle degeneration.