Match each term with its corresponding definition or description.
-the condition of having a gene that makes it more likely that you will develop a disease

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Genetic predisposition refers to the condition of having a gene that makes it more likely that you will develop a disease.

Answer: B
 Cystic fibrosis is an example of a single-gene disease, which is caused by a mutation in a single gene.

Answer: C
 Down syndrome is a chromosomal disorder caused by the presence of an extra copy of chromosome 21.

Answer: D
 A pedigree is a diagram that shows the occurrence and relationships of individuals within a family across generations.

Answer: G
 A karyotype is a visual representation of an individual's chromosomes organized according to size, shape, and other characteristics.

Answer: I
 PKU (phenylketonuria) is an example of an inborn error of metabolism, which is caused by a deficiency in a specific enzyme.

Answer: J
 A Punnett square is a grid used to predict the probability of offspring inheriting certain traits based on the genotypes of their parents.

Answer: A, F
 Turner syndrome and Klinefelter syndrome are both examples of chromosomal disorders, which are caused by the presence of abnormal numbers or structures of chromosomes.

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