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There is trisomey of chromosome 13 which...

There is trisomey of chromosome 13 which is characterised by mental retardation sloping forehead, deformed face, polydactyly, cardiac defects ,etc The syndrome is

A

Klinefelter's syndrome

B

Patau's syndrome

C

Edward's syndrome f

D

Turner's syndrome.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Condition**: The question describes a genetic condition characterized by mental retardation, sloping forehead, deformed face, polydactyly, and cardiac defects. 2. **Understand Chromosomal Abnormalities**: The condition is specified as "trisomy of chromosome 13." This means there are three copies of chromosome 13 instead of the normal two. 3. **Recall Syndromes Associated with Chromosomal Trisomy**: - Klinefelter's syndrome is associated with an extra X chromosome (XXY). - Edwards syndrome is associated with trisomy of chromosome 18. - Turner’s syndrome is characterized by a missing X chromosome in females (X0). 4. **Identify the Correct Syndrome**: The only syndrome associated with trisomy of chromosome 13 is **Patau's syndrome**. 5. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the syndrome characterized by the symptoms mentioned in the question is **Patau's syndrome**. **Final Answer**: Patau's syndrome. ---
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