Introduction to Genetics R 23/24

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What is the phenotype?

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The phenotype is the physical appearance of an organism.

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What does heterozygous mean?

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Heterozygous refers to having two different alleles for a specific gene, such as Tt.

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Who is considered the father of genetics?

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Gregor Mendel is considered the father of genetics.

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How many boxes would have BB in a Punnett square if both parents are Tt?

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0 boxes would have BB.

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What is the genetic makeup of an organism called?

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The genetic makeup of an organism is called the genotype.

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What is a genotype?

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A genotype is the genetic constitution of an individual, represented by alleles.

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What is a Punnett square used for?

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A Punnett square is used to predict the genetic outcomes of a cross between two organisms.

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What are alleles?

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Alleles are different forms of a gene that can exist at a specific locus on a chromosome.

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What does homozygous mean?

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Homozygous refers to having two identical alleles for a specific gene, such as TT or tt.

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What is the difference between genotype and phenotype?

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Genotype refers to the genetic makeup, while phenotype refers to the physical appearance.