Karyotype Homework

Complete the following to deepen your understanding of karyotypes:

  • Go to my wiki karyotype page, read it and complete the practice link at the bottom of the page
  • Complete the instructions in the Going Further section of the Karyotypes activity given in class.  Those instructions are…
    • Using reference material, research the following human genetic disorders: Patau syndrome, and Edwards syndrom.  For each disorder find the cause, type of mutation, and characteristics.  Construct a karyotype for each.

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