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Inversions in Humans

In this article we will discuss about the inversions in humans which occurs when the genes in a section of a chromosome is reversed. Pericentric Inversion: There are a number of reports of pericentric inversions in human. Breaks occur in both, short (p) and long (q) arms of the chromosomes. The length of inverted segment can be precisely identified by [...]

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Genetical and Cytological Methods of Locating Inversion Break Points

In this article we will discuss about the genetical and cytological methods of locating inversion break points. Cytological Location: Cytological analysis is an important method of the physical location of the break points of inversion. (a) In plants like maize, and other organisms where pachytene analysis is easy, the breakpoints can be located by measuring the position of the inversion [...]

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Translocation: Origin, Types and Effects | Genetics

In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Origin of Translocation 2. Types of Translocation 3. Effects. Origin of Translocation: Translocations can originate in the following different ways: (i) Translocations may originate spontaneously. (ii) They may be induced by mutagens, viz., ionizing radiations and many chemical mutagens, since they induce chromosome breakage. (iii) Translocations may be induced by growing plants [...]

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