Question

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Parker was born with a genetic disorder that affected how his muscles
grew. Parker married a girl named Jessica who was not affected by the genetic
disorder. Parker and Jessica had 2 children, David and Catherine. Catherine was
affected by the genetic disorder and David was not. How is this possible?

Answer 1

Genetic disorders can be passed down from parents to their children through mutations in the genetic material.

Step-by-step explanation:

Genetic disorders can be passed down from parents to their children because they are caused by mutations in the genetic material.

In the case of Parker and Jessica, Parker had a genetic disorder that affected how his muscles grew, while Jessica did not have this disorder.

Although Jessica did not have the disorder, she could still carry the gene for it. When Parker and Jessica had children, there was a 50% chance that each child would inherit the gene for the disorder. In this case, their daughter Catherine inherited the gene, while their son David did not.

Answer 2

Different chromomose

Step-by-step explanation:

Different blood group