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Typically, the nucleus of each cell contains 23 pairs of chromosomes, half of which are inherited from each parent. Down syndrome occurs when an individual has a full or partial extra copy of chromosome 21. (http://www.ndss.org/Down-Syndrome/What-Is-Down-Syndrome/)
Â· just now. 1  Down syndrome is caused by a problem with a babyâs chromosomes that happens long before the baby is born. 2  Down syndrome is a chromosomal disorder where an extra copy of chromosome 21 is made, the term is called trisomy 21. 3  It is caused by trisomy, having 3 of the same chromosomes (chromosome 21) One usually have 2 of the same chromosomes, but down syndrome has 3. i a chromosomal disorder caused by the presence of all or part of an extra 21st chromosome. one extra chromosome.