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What characteristic is observed in incomplete dominance?

  • The phenotypes are distinct and separate.
  • Only one allele is expressed.
  • Both alleles are fully expressed.
  • The phenotype is a blend of both homozygous phenotypes. (correct)

    • Which term describes organisms that have two identical alleles for a particular trait?

  • Diploid
  • Codominant
  • Heterozygous
  • Homozygous (correct)

    • What is the outcome of nondisjunction during meiosis?

  • Some gametes have an abnormal number of chromosomes. (correct)
  • Haploid cells form successfully.
  • All chromosomes separate correctly.
  • An equal distribution of chromosomes.

    • Which of the following statements about linked genes is true?

    <p>They tend to be inherited together if located close on the same chromosome. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a pedigree chart, what symbol typically represents a female?

    <p>□ (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following genetic disorders is classified as recessive?

    <p>Cystic fibrosis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the probability of a coin landing on heads after flipping it once?

    <p>50% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Gregor Mendel's principles of genetics were initially studied using which type of organism?

    <p>Garden peas (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chromosomes combination indicates a male individual?

    <p>XY (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In constructing a Punnett square, which of the following correctly describes a phenotype?

    <p>The physical appearance or expression of a trait (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Heterozygous

    Having two different alleles for a trait.

    Homozygous

    Having two identical alleles for a trait.

    Incomplete dominance

    Heterozygous phenotype is a blend of the two homozygous phenotypes.

    Linked genes

    Genes close together on a chromosome tend to be inherited together.

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    Nondisjunction

    Failure of chromosomes to separate during meiosis.

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    Constructing Punnett Squares

    A Punnett Square is a grid used to predict the possible genotypes and phenotypes of offspring from parents with known genotypes.

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    Probability of Tails in a Coin Flip

    The chance of a coin landing on tails is 1/2 or 50% in a fair coin flip.

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    Gregor Mendel's Role in Genetics

    Gregor Mendel's experiments laid the foundation for the study of heredity. His principles apply to many organisms' inheritance patterns.

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    Sex Chromosome Determination

    Females have two X chromosomes (XX), and males have one X and one Y chromosome (XY).

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    Types of Genetic Disorders

    Genetic disorders can be dominant, recessive, or sex-linked.

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    Study Notes

    Study Notes

    • Understand how to construct Punnett Squares, including genotype, phenotype, and probability.
    • Know how to interpret and create pedigrees, focusing on 2 or 3 generations, with proper shading and labeling.
    • When flipping a coin, the probability of tails is 50%.
    • Gregor Mendel's significant contribution to the study of genetics.
    • Understand Mendel's principles of genetics and how they apply to all organisms.
    • Chromosomes determine gender: females (XX) and males (XY).
    • Different types of genetic disorders exist: dominant, recessive, and sex-linked.
    • Examples of sex-linked disorders include cystic fibrosis, sickle cell anemia, Tay-Sachs disease, and albinism.
    • Other examples of genetic disorders include Huntington's disease, achondroplasia (a form of dwarfism), and color blindness.
    • Hemophilia is an X-linked recessive disorder.

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    Test your knowledge on the fundamentals of genetics, including how to construct Punnett Squares, interpret pedigrees, and understand genetic disorders. Dive into Mendel's principles and the role of chromosomes in determining gender. This quiz will challenge your grasp of key genetic concepts and their applications.

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