NEET 2026
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NEET 2026 · Biology · Chapter
Development of breasts (gynecomastia) along with overall masculine...
Development of breasts (gynecomastia) along with overall masculine development and sterility is a characteristic feature of which of the following syndromes?
Options
- APhenylketonuria
- BKlinefelter's syndrome
- CTurner's syndrome
- DDown's syndrome
Correct answer
B. Klinefelter's syndrome
Step-by-step solution
Klinefelter's syndrome is a chromosomal disorder caused by the presence of an additional copy of the X-chromosome, resulting in a karyotype of , XXY.
Individuals with this syndrome exhibit overall masculine development, but feminine characteristics such as the development of breasts (gynecomastia) are also expressed.
Such individuals are typically sterile.
Answer: Klinefelter's syndrome
Individuals with this syndrome exhibit overall masculine development, but feminine characteristics such as the development of breasts (gynecomastia) are also expressed.
Such individuals are typically sterile.
Answer: Klinefelter's syndrome