Q152 / 160 · JIPMER 2011 · Zoology

A hereditary disease which is never passed on from father to son is

  • Correct answer
    A
    X-chromosomal linked disease
  • B
    Autosomal linked disease
  • C
    Y-chromosomal linked disease
  • D
    None of the above

Solution

Man has only one X-chromosome that is inherited to his daughter. Therefore, a hereditary disease, which is X-chromosomal linked, is never passed on from father to son.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

Relevant Questions