AP Biologymediummcq1 pt
Karyotype analysis can detect
A.chromosome number abnormalities
B.single nucleotide changes
C.protein folding defects
D.gene expression levels
Explanation
Core Concept
A karyotype displays stained chromosomes, revealing aneuploidies (trisomy, monosomy) and large rearrangements — but not single base-pair mutations.
Correct Answer
Achromosome number abnormalities
More Unit 5: Heredity practice questions
- mediumSickle-cell heterozygotes are generally asymptomatic under ordinary conditions and have increased resistance to severe malaria. The persiste…
- easyA homozygous recessive mother and a heterozygous father have a child. What is the chance the child shows the recessive phenotype?
- mediumHow many possible gamete types can an AaBbCc individual produce (unlinked genes)?
- hardWhich process is the same in mitosis and meiosis II?
- easySomatic cells in a human have 46 chromosomes; gametes have 23. Which division explains this?
Practice more AP Biology questions with full explanations
Practice Unit 5: Heredity Questions →