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What is the function of chromosome 4?


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  1. Normally humans have 23 pairs of chromosomes.
  2. Chromosome 4 is one of the pair of chromosomes among these.
  3. It consists of 1000-1100 genes.
  4. These genes provide instructions for protein synthesis of connective tissues.
  5. Gene mutation in chromosome 4 can cause genetic disorders such as Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease.. etc.


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