What can explain the imbalanced synthesis of either the alpha or beta chain in thalassemia?

a. Deletions of any of the gene clusters
b. Abnormal production of gamma chains
c. Presence of abnormal hemoglobin chains
d. Continued synthesis of epsilon and zeta production after birth

Correct Answer: A

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A. inch
B. 1 inch
C. 2 inches
D. 4 inches

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Proponents of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 claim that the federal government has the authority to force individuals to purchase healthcare insurance based on the ____________________ (Article 1, Section 8, Clause 3) of the Constitution.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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