In regions where malaria is present, it acts as a selective agent ...

[urbanoutfitters]

In regions where malaria is present, it acts as a selective agent that favors the heterozygous phenotype, because people with sickle-cell trait produce more offspring than those with only normal hemoglobin, who may die of malaria.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

A manifestation of sickle-cell anemia is the abnormal hemoglobin S reduces the ability of red blood cells to transport oxygen throughout the body.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

[Sarahjh]

Answer to Question 1

True

Answer to Question 2

True

[urbanoutfitters]

Gracias!

[matt95]

Excellent