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Inheritance and genetic crosses

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Question 26

Alkaptonuria is an inherited metabolic disorder caused by an autosomal recessive allele. It prevents the body from breaking down certain amino acids, resulting in dark-coloured urine and joint damage over time.

Below is a pedigree chart showing the inheritance of alkaptonuria in a family.

A pedigree chart showing the inheritance of alkaptonuria, an autosomal recessive condition.

State the genotype of Person 3.

Use the symbols:

  • H for the dominant allele (normal metabolism)
  • h for the recessive allele (alkaptonuria)
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