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Genetic Disease Development

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What characterizes multifactorial diseases compared to single-gene disorders?

They result from a combination of multiple genetic and environmental factors. (correct)

They are exclusively linked to a single genetic mutation.

They are always caused by environmental factors alone.

They can only be inherited through dominant alleles.

Which of the following factors can contribute to the development of a multifactorial disease?

Only lifestyle choices that lead to healthy living.

Only the presence of a specific gene mutation.

A combination of genetic predisposition and environmental influences. (correct)

An absence of any genetic factors.

In the context of multifactorial diseases, what is a genetic factor?

A lifestyle choice that contributes to health.

An environmental toxin that causes mutations.

An unrelated health condition that has no genetic basis.

A predisposition to develop a disease based on inherited traits. (correct)

What is a common misconception about the causes of multifactorial diseases?

<p>They are influenced only by genetic factors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the relationship between genetic and environmental factors in multifactorial diseases?

<p>They can work together to influence disease manifestation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Genetic Disease Development

Many genetic diseases aren't caused by a single gene, but by multiple factors working together.
Multifactorial diseases are influenced by both genetic and environmental factors.
A predisposition to the disease (genetic factor) and environmental factors combine to cause the disease.

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This quiz explores the complexities of genetic diseases, emphasizing how they often arise from a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Understand the concept of multifactorial diseases and the interplay between predisposition and external influences.