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Clan

A clan is a social unit possessing distinctive characteristics, transcending the nuclear family's bounds, and closely

Dowry

A dowry is a transfer of parental property, gifts, or money at the marriage of a daughter.

Civilization

Civilization, a term often invoked in discussions about society and culture, carries a wealth of implications about the history

Laws of Marriage

The institution of marriage is a cornerstone of human culture. It exists across different societies and throughout history,

Mutation

Mutation, in its most basic definition, is a change in the DNA sequence of a gene. It can occur either in somatic cells, which form

Genetic Effects of Consanguineous Marriage

Consanguineous marriages, which involve unions between blood relatives, have been practiced across.

Chromosomal Aberrations

Chromosomal aberrations, a topic of immense significance in the world of genetic biology, intertwine with nearly every aspect of life,

Klinefelter Syndrome

Klinefelter Syndrome, named after the American endocrinologist Harry F. Klinefelter, is a genetic condition that affects

Patau Syndrome (Trisomy 13)

Patau syndrome, also known as Trisomy 13, is a severe genetic disorder that presents a variety of health challenges to those born with it.

Down Syndrome (Trisomy 21)

Down syndrome, also known as trisomy 21, is a genetic disorder caused by the presence of an extra 21st

Edward Syndrome in Biological Anthropology

Edward Syndrome (Trisomy 18)

Edward Syndrome, clinically known as Trisomy 18, is a relatively uncommon but serious genetic

Cri-Di-Cat Syndrome in Biological Anthropology

Cri-Du-Chat Syndrome (Autosomal Aberrartions)

Cri-du-chat syndrome, translated from French as 'cry of the cat', is an extremely rare genetic disorder affecting an