Question

What is an example of polymorphism in humans?

Answer 1

Polymorphism in humans:

Polymorphism is defined as the discontinuous genetic variation that divides the population into two or more distinct forms.

Examples of polymorphism:

Separation of organisms on the basis of sex :

1. Humans are separated on the basis of sex as male and female.
2. Male and females have different combinations of sex chromosomes X and Y.
3. Males are represented as 44 +XY and females are represented as 44 + XX.

Types of blood groups in humans:

1. In humans, different blood groups such as A, B, AB, and O exist.
2. It is also an example of polymorphism.