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Q.Why does a defect in the $HBB$ gene result in beta-thalassemia?
a
It causes an overproduction of alpha-globin chains.
b
It completely halts the production of iron in the blood.
c
It leads to decreased or absent synthesis of the beta-globin chains of hemoglobin.
d
It mutates the shape of the hemoglobin molecule into a sickle shape.
Correct Answer: Option C
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