Albinism

What is a genetic mutation?

• The physical characteristic of an individual.

• The process of identifying an illness or problem by examining the symptoms

• A change in the DNA sequence of an organism.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

NGSS.HS-LS4-2

What are the major signs and symptoms of Albinism? (Select all that apply)

• Pale hair, skin, and eyes

• Long and unmanageable hair

• Rapid eye movement/crossed eyes

• Large bruises on skin

What is Albinism most commonly mixed up with?

What is another term for mutation?

• Genetic mutation

• Pathogenic Variant

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

What is a melanoma?

• A skin tag

• A large mass on the skin

• An aggressive form of skin cancer

• Uncontrollable shaking of the eyes

How do melanomas normally present on the skin? (Select all that apply)

• Pink or red moles

• Pretty pink polka dots

• Pink or red growths

• Yellow eyes

What is nystagmus?

• Blindness

• Uncontrollable shaking of the eyes

• Skin cancer

• Genetic mutation

Albinism can only affect people of specific ethnic groups

• True

• False