Which type of chromosome mutation can DECREASE the amount of genetic material for one entire chromosome?
A)Translocation
B)Aneuploidy
C)Polyploidy
D)Inversion
E)Transversion

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Aneuploidy is a type of chromosome mutation in which there is an abnormal number of chromosomes. This can result in a decrease or increase in the amount of genetic material for one entire chromosome. In the case of a monosomy, where there is only one copy of a chromosome instead of the usual two, there is a decrease in the amount of genetic material for that chromosome.

Which Type of Chromosome Mutation Can DECREASE the Amount of Genetic