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Genes responsible for albinism and phenylketonuria are


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autosomal recessive genes

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autosomal dominant genes

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recessive sex genes

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dominant sex genes.

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Solution

The correct option is A

autosomal recessive genes


Albinism and phenylketonuria are autosomal recessive disorders. Two copies of an abnormal gene must be present in order for the disease to develop.


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