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In which of the following places thalassemia is not common?(a) Indian subcontinent(b) South-east Africa(c) Mediterranean(d) North AmericaI got this question in my homework.This intriguing question originated from Inheritance and Variation Principles topic in section Principles of Inheritance and Variation of Biology – Class 12

Answer» RIGHT choice is (d) North America

Easiest explanation: THALASSEMIA is not common in North America. It is common in the MIDDLE East, Indian SUBCONTINENT, Mediterranean and South-east Africa. It originated in the Mediterranean region and is caused by the DELETION or mutation of the chromosomes.


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