Select the letter of the choice that best completes the statement. A disease that produces thick mucus is calleda. PKU.b. sickle cell anemia.c. Huntington’s disease.d. cystic fibrosis.

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Select the letter of the choice that best completes the statement. A disease that produces thick mucus is called
a. PKU.
b. sickle cell anemia.
c. Huntington’s disease.
d. cystic fibrosis.

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Genetic disorders are diseases or defects in the sequencing of the chromosome caused by inherited or acquired anomalies. There are different ways that of causing mutation like physical, chemical, and biological methods.

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The lungs are filled with the thick, slippery fluid that restricts breathing. This condition is known as cystic fibrosis. The dense mucus for microorganisms is also an excellent breeding place. Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic condition in which the lungs, digestive tract, and other body systems are badly impaired.

Hence the correct option is d.

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