WAEC Biology 2014 Objective — Question 46
Question 46 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Biology 2014 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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Which of the following diseases can be inherited?
- A. Pneumonia
- B. AIDS
- C. Sickle cell anaemiaCorrect
- D. Goitre
Explanation
Sickle cell anaemia is an inheritable disease. It is controlled by a recessive gene which causes some of the red blood cells of some people to be sickle-shaped.
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