Loss of a segment of a chromosome results in which type of aberration?
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Correct answer: Chromosomal deletion
Deletion occurs when a chromosome loses a segment, resulting in the absence of all genes located in that region. This structural aberration frequently leads to loss of essential genetic information and serious phenotypic consequences.
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