Mapping Human Genes

Scientific researchers from the United States Department of Energy and National Institutes of Health spent over 13 years researching the specific location of human genes. Explore the information provided on your Genes and Common Genetic Disorders page and answer the questions below. Genes and Common Genetic Disorders See each chromosome and the genetic disorders associated with it up close using the site below. Click through the Chromosome viewer to see each chromosome. How many chromosomes are in each human cell? Explore some of the different genetic disorders located on each chromosome. Find one you are familiar with, or sounds interesting, and be prepared to share. The genetic disorder blank is found on chromosome number blank Define 'Gene' in your own words Define 'Chromosome' in your own words.