Turner syndrome is characterized by the presence of only one X chromosome in an affected female. Which of the following accurately describes Turner syndrome?

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Turner syndrome is an example of monosomy, which is the presence of only one copy of a particular chromosome instead of the usual two copies. In the case of Turner syndrome, affected females have only one X chromosome instead of the usual two.

Turner Syndrome Is Characterized by the Presence of Only One