Question
Biology Question on Genetic Disorders
Thalassemia and sickle cell anemia are caused due to a problem in globin molecule synthesis. Select the correct statement.
A
Both are due to a qualitative defect in globin chain synthesis
B
Both are due to a quantitative defect in globin chain synthesis
C
Thalassemia is due to less synthesis of globin molecules
D
Sickle cell anemia is due to a quantitative problem of globin molecules
Answer
Thalassemia is due to less synthesis of globin molecules
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (C): Thalassemia is due to less synthesis of globin molecules.