Inherited Disorders and Embryo Screening: Understanding Cystic Fibrosis and Polydactyly

Inherited Disorders and Embryo Screening: Understanding Cystic Fibrosis and Polydactyly

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The video tutorial discusses genetic disorders, focusing on cystic fibrosis and polydactyly. It explains how cystic fibrosis is caused by a recessive allele and uses a Punnett square to illustrate genetic outcomes. Polydactyly, caused by a dominant allele, is also explored. The video covers embryo screening, its benefits, and ethical concerns, including the risk of miscarriage and religious objections.

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3 mins • 1 pt

Describe polydactyly and how it is inherited.

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What are some arguments for and against embryo screening?

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