Inheritance of X-Linked Genes

Inheritance of X-Linked Genes

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Biology, Engineering

11th Grade - University

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The video explores the development of genetic inheritance theories, starting with Mendel's work on genes and the subsequent discovery of chromosomes. It highlights Thomas Hunt Morgan's experiments with fruit flies, which provided evidence for the chromosome theory of inheritance and introduced the concept of X-linked genes. The video also discusses various sex determination systems in different organisms and delves into X-linked disorders, using color-blindness as an example to explain inheritance patterns.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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