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What are x-linked traits?
What are x-linked traits?
X-linked traits are genetic traits that are passed down through the X chromosome.
How are x-linked traits inherited?
How are x-linked traits inherited?
X-linked traits are inherited in a recessive or dominant pattern depending on the specific trait.
Give an example of an x-linked trait.
Give an example of an x-linked trait.
Color blindness is an example of an x-linked trait.
What is the inheritance pattern of x-linked traits?
What is the inheritance pattern of x-linked traits?
What is the role of the X chromosome in x-linked traits?
What is the role of the X chromosome in x-linked traits?
Are x-linked traits more common in males or females? Why?
Are x-linked traits more common in males or females? Why?
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What are X-linked traits?
What are X-linked traits?
Traits carried on the X chromosome, passed down through generations.
How are X-linked traits inherited?
How are X-linked traits inherited?
They follow a recessive or dominant pattern based on the gene involved.
Give an example of an X-linked trait.
Give an example of an X-linked trait.
Color blindness is a classic example, where a defective gene on the X chromosome causes difficulty distinguishing colors.
What is the inheritance pattern of X-linked traits?
What is the inheritance pattern of X-linked traits?
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What is the role of the X chromosome in X-linked traits?
What is the role of the X chromosome in X-linked traits?
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Why are X-linked traits more common in males?
Why are X-linked traits more common in males?
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