Genetic mosaicism occurs __________________. in single cells but not in tissues. with sex chromosomes but not with autosomal genes. in germline cells. in females but not in males.

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Biochemistry

9th Edition

ISBN:9781319114671

Author:Lubert Stryer, Jeremy M. Berg, John L. Tymoczko, Gregory J. Gatto Jr.

Publisher:Lubert Stryer, Jeremy M. Berg, John L. Tymoczko, Gregory J. Gatto Jr.

Chapter1: Biochemistry: An Evolving Science

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Genetic mosaicism occurs __________________.

	in single cells but not in tissues.
	with sex chromosomes but not with autosomal genes.
	in germline cells.
	in females but not in males.

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Introduction:

All living things are made up of cells, which are the most fundamental and important components. All of life's key activities are controlled by cells.

A genome is a full set of genetic material found in an organism. The hereditary molecule deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) transmits genetic information from one generation to the next. A gene is a functioning heredity unit based on DNA that gives instructions for making RNA and proteins.