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    Question

    The ‘SHOX Gene’, sometimes appeared in news, is

    primarily in the context of: 
    A Ageing of Human Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Protein Synthesis Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Tumor Suppressor Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Height Difference in Human Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    In News: Recently, researchers have identified the SHOX Gene that contributes to the height difference between men and women.  • Role of the SHOX Gene: The SHOX gene, known for its association with height, is present on both the X and Y chromosomes. However, its expression differs between males and females: ƒ  Men (XY chromosomes): The SHOX gene is fully active on both the X and Y chromosomes. ƒ Women (XX chromosomes): One of the two X chromosomes is partially silenced, leading to a lower overall SHOX gene effect. • It accounts for nearly 25% of the average height gap between men and women, which is approximately 5 inches.

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