Genetics
Genetics
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ISBN: 9781464109461
Author: Benjamin A. Pierce
Publisher: MAC HIGHER
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Chapter 4.2, Problem 30AQP
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The circumcision that is a religious law is consistent with genetic principles. Explain the relation of genetics with circumcision with hemophilia.

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Circumcision is the removal of the foreskin of the penis, it is compulsory for the Jewish man and Muslims. They believe that this is the order of the god, so they must perform this. They also believe that circumcision also helps in preventing some health issues like, urinary tract infection, STDs, HIV.

Hemophilia is a disorder in which blood does not clot properly, which results in a continuous flow of blood; it is usually a type of genetic disorder.

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