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What is the cause of sickle-cell anaemia?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Sickle Cell Anemia**: - Sickle cell anemia is a genetic disorder that affects the shape and function of red blood cells (RBCs). 2. **Classification**: - It is classified as a Mendelian disorder, specifically an autosomal recessive disorder. This means the gene responsible for the condition is located on an autosome (non-sex chromosome) and is recessive. ...
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