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What is genotype?
The complete set of genes within an organism's genome
What is heredity?
The passing on of traits from parents to their offspring
What is phenotype?
The complete set of observable traits of an organism
How do heritable traits pass from one generation to the next?
Via DNA, a molecule that encodes genetic information
What is an example of an inherited characteristic in humans?
"Brown-eye trait" inherited from one of the parents
Test your knowledge about heredity, inheritance, and genetics with this quiz. Learn about how traits are passed on from parents to offspring and the role of genetic information in evolution.
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