IA MODIFIED MASTERING BIOLOGY WITH E TEX
IA MODIFIED MASTERING BIOLOGY WITH E TEX
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ISBN: 9780136781752
Author: Urry
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Chapter 14.4, Problem 1CC
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To know: The probability for two genetic crosses in the given case.

Introduction: Cystic fibrosis is a disease that is caused due to defective genes. It is a recessive disorder that is passed on to children by their parents. It can affect the lungs, pancreas, and digestive system. It is caused when both parents are carrying one recessive gene and children must inherit both genes in order to get affected.

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