Nondisjunction refers to
A) the failure of cells to separate properly during mitosis.
B) the failure of chromosomes to separate properly during meiosis.
C) a chromosomal mutation.
D) the failure of chromosomes to replicate.
E) the inability to produce sperm.

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Nondisjunction refers to the failure of chromosomes to separate properly during meiosis, resulting in gametes with abnormal numbers of chromosomes. This can lead to genetic disorders like Down syndrome.

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