Nondisjunction is the failure of homologous chromosomes or sister chromatids to separate properly during cell division.

What does Nondisjunction mean?

Nondisjunction means that a pair of homologous chromosomes has failed to separate or segregate at anaphase so that both chromosomes of the pair pass to the same daughter cell. This probably occurs most commonly in meiosis, but it may occur in mitosis to produce a mosaic individual.

What are examples of Nondisjunction?

This could result to a condition wherein the daughter cells have an abnormal number of chromosomes; one cell having too many chromosomes while other cell having none. Examples of nondisjunction: Down syndrome. Triple-X syndrome. Klinefelter's Syndrome.