Chapter 16 - Variations in Chromosome Structure and Function: Chromosome structure Deletion, duplication, inversion, t
Chromosomal mutations:Arise spontaneously or can be induced by chemicals or radiation.Major contributors to human miscarriage, stillbirths, and genetic disorders.~1/2 of spontaneous abortions result from chromosomal mutations.Visible (microscope) mutations occur in 6/1,000 live births.~11%
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