Genes and Phenotype Quiz
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Which of the following is true about genes and a person's phenotype?

  • Genes are the only factor that influences a person's phenotype
  • Genes are the primary factor that influences a person's phenotype
  • Environment is the only factor that influences a person's phenotype
  • Environment and genes both influence a person's phenotype (correct)
  • What is one example of a secondary sex characteristic?

  • Hair color
  • Height
  • Skin color
  • Puberty (correct)
  • What is true about the effects of genes on a person's phenotype?

  • They are always simple and straightforward
  • They are always complex and difficult to understand
  • They can be simple or complex. (correct)
  • They are always the same for everyone
  • What is the primary role of genes in determining a person's phenotype?

    <p>To provide genetic information.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT an example of a gene that can influence a person's phenotype?

    <p>Weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is true about the effects of environment on a person's phenotype?

    <p>Environment and genes both influence a person's phenotype</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many different genes can influence a person's phenotype?

    <p>Many</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of genes in the development of secondary sex characteristics?

    <p>They provide the necessary hormones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT an example of a gene that can influence a person's phenotype?

    <p>Intelligence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is true about the effects of genes on a person's phenotype?

    <p>They are always complex and difficult to understand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • There are many different genes that can influence a person's phenotype, including hair color and height.
    • Genes play a role in determining a person's phenotype, but also other factors, such as environment, can play a role.
    • There are many different genes that can influence a person's phenotype, and the effects of these genes can be complex.
    • Some genes play a role in the development of secondary sex characteristics, such as puberty.

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    Test your knowledge about how genes influence a person's phenotype, including traits like hair color and height. Explore the role of genes in determining secondary sex characteristics and understand the complex interactions between genes and environment.

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