Fragile X Syndrome Disease Trivia Questions
This quiz will be for us to see if you guys could understand our presentation and if you were paying attention. Fragile X syndrome is a diease dealing with the x chromosome. Fragile x syndrome is more common in males:
1 in 4000 males are affected
1 in 8000 females are affected
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What is fragile x syndrome?
- A.
Fragile x syndrome is something that affects the x chromosome and may cause mental retardation
- B.
Fragile x syndrome is something that affects your nervous system
- C.
Fragile x syndrome is something that makes it hard for you to eat
- D.
Fragile x syndrome is the same as downsyndrome
- E.
Fragile x syndrome is something that makes you sleep alot
Correct Answer
A. Fragile x syndrome is something that affects the x chromosome and may cause mental retardationExplanation
Fragile X syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects the X chromosome and is associated with intellectual disability. It is caused by a mutation in the FMR1 gene, which leads to a lack of production of a protein necessary for normal brain development. This condition primarily affects males, although females can also be carriers. Symptoms of fragile X syndrome may include learning disabilities, social and behavioral challenges, and physical characteristics such as a long face and large ears. The severity of the condition can vary, with some individuals experiencing mild cognitive impairment while others may have more significant intellectual disabilities.Rate this question:
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What is an x chromosome?
- A.
Asexual chromosome
- B.
The sex chromosome presented in both sexes
- C.
2 y chromosomes
- D.
2 centrials connected
- E.
2 delicious churros
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B. The sex chromosome presented in both sexesExplanation
An X chromosome is a sex chromosome that is present in both sexes. It is one of the two types of sex chromosomes, the other being the Y chromosome. In humans, females have two X chromosomes (XX), while males have one X and one Y chromosome (XY). The X chromosome carries genes that are responsible for various traits and characteristics. It plays a crucial role in determining the sex of an individual and is involved in the development of reproductive organs and secondary sexual characteristics.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Fragile X syndrome can only occur in the ___ chromosome. The____ chromosome is a sex chromosome presented in both male and female, _____ in male and _____ in females
Correct Answer
X
X
single
doubledExplanation
Fragile X syndrome is a genetic disorder that can only occur in the X chromosome. The X chromosome is a sex chromosome that is present in both males and females. In males, they have one X chromosome and one Y chromosome, while females have two X chromosomes. Therefore, the number of X chromosomes is single in males and doubled in females.Rate this question:
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Ann Le is going to have brother with a genetic________ called Fragile X syndrome. Fragile X Syndrome is more common in_____ and can cause mental_______.
Correct Answer
defect
boys
retardationExplanation
Fragile X syndrome is a genetic defect that primarily affects boys. It is characterized by intellectual and developmental disabilities, which can be referred to as mental retardation.Rate this question:
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What does Fragile X Syndrome show up more in?
- A.
Girls
- B.
Dogs
- C.
Cats
- D.
Boys
- E.
Aliens
Correct Answer
D. BoysExplanation
Fragile X Syndrome is a genetic disorder that is caused by a mutation in the FMR1 gene on the X chromosome. Since boys have only one X chromosome, while girls have two, they are more likely to be affected by the syndrome. This is because if a boy inherits the mutated gene, he does not have a second healthy X chromosome to compensate for the mutation. Girls, on the other hand, have a second X chromosome that may carry a healthy copy of the gene, reducing the chances of developing Fragile X Syndrome. Therefore, the condition shows up more in boys.Rate this question:
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