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Turner syndrome (45,X) results from:

Answer: Missing X chromosome (monosomy X: nondisjunction).

  • A An extra X chromosome present in the karyotype
  • B Missing X chromosome (monosomy X: nondisjunction)
  • C An extra Y chromosome present in the karyotype
  • D Trisomy of chromosome 21 (Down syndrome)

Correct answer: B. Missing X chromosome (monosomy X: nondisjunction)

Explanation: Turner syndrome: females with 45,X (one X chromosome instead of two). Caused by nondisjunction. Short stature, infertile, no secondary sexual development.

The Cell CycleG1SG2M (Mitosis)G1+S+G2 = Interphase (the longest part of the cycle, where the cell spends most of its time)

The cell cycle: G1 (growth and preparation), S (DNA replication, chromosome number stays 2n but DNA content doubles), G2 (final checks before division), and M (mitosis itself) - together, G1+S+G2 make up interphase.

Concept context

Mitosis and meiosis: how cells divide for growth, repair, and reproduction.

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