Chapter 20.1, Problem 6COQ

Summary Introduction

To describe:

What is linkage disequilibrium.

Introduction:

Genes are present on chromosomes. There are various single nucleotide polymorphism and mutations in regions in the genome. Genes recombine during the process of recombination to form new generations leading to formation of new traits after mixing of genes.

Summary Introduction

To explain:

How do different haplotypes arise.

Introduction:

Chromosomes contain gene sequences with various single nucleotide polymorphisms and mutations. It helps in the diagnosis of diseases by tracing the pedigree and phylogenetic history of the individuals in various populations and races.