The duplication of the triplet sequence CGG resulting in elongation or breakage of the X chromosome is termed
A) bar-eyed.
B) Huntington's disease.
C) unequal crossing over.
D) fragile X syndrome.
E) Rhys syndrome.

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The duplication of the triplet sequence CGG is associated with fragile X syndrome, a genetic disorder that can cause intellectual disability and behavioral problems. This duplication can lead to elongation or breakage of the X chromosome. The other answer choices are not associated with this specific genetic phenomenon.

The Duplication of the Triplet Sequence CGG Resulting in Elongation