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Linkage group is a linearly arranged group of linked genes present on a chromosome. Translocations, a type of chromosomal aberration, is defined as the

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exchange of genes between two homologous chromosomes

exchange of genes between two different linkage groups

crossing over between same linkage group

rotation of a section of DNA within a chromosome

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The exchange of genes or chromosome segments between non-homologous chromosome results translocation mutation. It is also called illegitimate crossing over.

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Look at the following statements w.r.t. chromosomal aberrations?
a. Alteration of chromosome structure result in chromosomal aberration
b. Loss or gain of DNA segment due to deletion or insertion results in chromosomal aberrations
c. Chromosomal aberrations are commonly observed in cancer cells
Which of the following statements are correct ?

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