Mendel's Law of Segregation
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What is the purpose of studying the genotypes of parents?

  • To determine the color of the offspring's fur
  • To identify the gender of the offspring
  • To study the environment in which the offspring will grow
  • To predict the probability of offspring having specific genotypes and phenotypes (correct)
  • In a dihybrid cross Punnett square, why does the number of boxes increase exponentially?

  • Because each trait possesses multiple alleles
  • As a result of having two different traits being considered (correct)
  • Due to the separate segregation of alleles for each trait
  • Because recessive traits are more common than dominant traits
  • What does having a 6.25% chance of offspring possessing both homozygous recessive traits indicate?

  • There is a low probability of both traits being expressed (correct)
  • Both parents must have dominant traits
  • The offspring will have a genetic disorder
  • The parents have the same genotype
  • Why are alleles segregated in sperm and egg cells during sexual reproduction?

    <p>To ensure each gamete carries only one allele for each trait</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does knowing the alleles of parents help in predicting genetic disorders in offspring?

    <p>It enables the identification of potential genetic disorders in offspring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one outcome of this dihybrid cross with a 56% chance of producing offspring with brown fur and short tails?

    <p>Some offspring can have different genotypes despite expressing similar phenotypes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be concluded if an offspring's genotype is known but not their parents' genotypes?

    <p>Possible genotypes possessed by the parents can be deduced</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is studying genotypes important for predicting phenotypes in offspring?

    <p>It allows for predicting potential genetic disorders in offspring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a dihybrid cross, what can we infer if an offspring has both homozygous recessive traits?

    <p>There is a low probability that both traits will be expressed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a Punnett square help geneticists make predictions about offspring?

    <p>By demonstrating all possible combinations of alleles in offspring</p> Signup and view all the answers

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