answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

Chromosome abnormalities usually happen as a result of an error in cell division.

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar
More answers
User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

NONDISJUNCTION!! :D

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

Wiki User

11y ago

non disjunction

This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: How can an error in meiosis can cause abnormalities?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

What are some abnormalities in human when meiosis goes wrong?

Genetic disorders or cancer could occur


What can uncontrolled meiosis cause?

Uncontrolled meiosis can cause cancer in the in sex organs. Meiosis is the division of sex cells and if uncontrolled will cause painful lumps.


Can an error in meiosis cause a baby to be born with an extra or missing chromosome?

Yes, it can. The baby would be born with something like Klinefelter's or Turner's Syndrome.


May cause congenital abnormalities?

rubella


Can crack cocaine cause abnormalities in pregnancy?

YES


What is the cause of chromosomal?

Chromosomal disorders are caused by abnormalities in the chromosomes.


Can lazy bowel syndrome cause period abnormalities?

jkhjhkjhjjk


What happens when Nondisjuntion during meiosis at the 21 chromosome?

The most common deffect that will occur with there is nondisjunction on the 21st chromosome is downs syndrome. Downs syndrome is a mental illness that can cause some physical abnormalities such as a large forhead, but also some intellectual delays.


What type of error usually results in zygotes that either do not develop to term or have severe abnormalities?

Chromosome nondisjunction.


Which stage of meiosis causes Down syndrome?

Mistakes in meiosis may cause Down syndrome. The error happens when the chromosomes segregate into the gametes. The egg or sperm may have too many or too few chromosomes. Down syndrome has an extra chromosome in the 21st pair.


When chromosome pair fail to separate properly during meiosis the error is called?

Nondisjunction.


What has the author J Sybenga written?

J. Sybenga has written: 'General cytogenetics' -- subject(s): Cytogenetics 'Meiotic configurations' -- subject(s): Chromosome abnormalities, Chromosomes, Meiosis