Question

Loss of X - chromosome in a particular cell, during its development, results in

• A. Gynandromorphs
• B. Meta female
• C. Triploid individual
• D. Myotonic dystrophy

Answer 1

The correct option is A Gynandromorphs

Gynandromorphs is a phenomenon in which an individual contains both male and female characters. It results due to due to loss of an X-chromosome in a particular cell during its development. Meta female is a disorder in which a female contains one extra X chromosomes in the genome. It contains 3 X chromosomes. Triploid individual is an individual in which there are 3 copies of chromosomes. Myotonic dystrophy is a genetic disorder that affects the muscles of an individual. It is caused by the mutation in certain gene.

Thus, the correct answer is 'Gynandromorphs.'