Question

Down syndrome is a genetic disorder that is also called trisomy 21. A person with Down Syndrome has an extra copy of chromosome 21. What can you infer is most likely the genetic mutation that results in Down syndrome?

Answer 1

Answer: Down syndrome is a result of failed cell division

Explanation: A typical baby has 46 chromosomes however babies with down syndrome have an extra copy, chromosome 21 which is why down syndrome is also called trisomy 21