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Question 40 Select ALL characteristics and information that CAN be obtained from a karyotype? a number of autosomes b number of chromosomes c location of centromeres d biological gender e number of sex chromosomes f single gene inherited disease

Answer 1

From a karyotype, you can obtain the following characteristics and information:

a. **Number of autosomes** - Yes, a karyotype provides information on the number of autosomes present.

b. **Number of chromosomes** - Yes, a karyotype details the total number of chromosomes in an organism.

c. **Location of centromeres** - Yes, a karyotype can show the position of centromeres on each chromosome, which helps determine the shape of the chromosomes.

d. **Biological gender** - Yes, a karyotype can indicate biological gender by showing the presence of XX (female) or XY (male) sex chromosomes.

e. **Number of sex chromosomes** - Yes, it can provide information on the number of sex chromosomes present.

f. **Single gene inherited disease** - No, a karyotype cannot provide specific information about single gene inherited diseases, as it visualizes overall chromosome structure and number, not genetic mutations within specific genes.

In summary, characteristics that can be obtained from a karyotype include:
- a. Number of autosomes
- b. Number of chromosomes
- c. Location of centromeres
- d. Biological gender
- e. Number of sex chromosomes

Therefore, options a, b, c, d, and e are correct. Option f cannot be determined from a karyotype.