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Which condition is inherited as a dominant allele?A. albinismB. cystic fibrosisC. Tay-Sachs diseaseD. Huntington's disease
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Albinism affects pigment production and is inherited through a recessive allele. This means that two copies of the recessive allele are needed to express the condition. Cystic fibrosis affects mucous membranes in the body, particularly the digestive and Show more…
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