4.04 genetics lab question 6 color blindness is an example of which of the following?

question 6 options:

codominance

multiple alleles

sex-linked traits

autosomal disorders

The correct option is C. Color blindness is an example of sex-linked traits.

Explanation:

Sex-linked traits can be described as those traits for which genes are present on the sex chromosomes. In humans, as X chromosome is a lot bigger than the Y chromosome, hence majority of the sex-linked traits are present on the X chromosome.

Colour blindness is an X linked trait and is more common to men than to women. This is because the gene for colour blindness is present on the X chromosome. As men have only one X chromosome so they have more chances of this disease.

earthquakes in florida are rare because the state is not located near any tectonic plates. in fact, florida is tied for first place as having the fewest earthquakes of any state. much of florida is limestone and seafloor materials that is not conducive to earthquakes.

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