Mendel

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phenotype

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the observable (physical) traits of an organism due to its genetic code.

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genotype

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the genetic make up of an organism coded in its DNA.

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variation

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the differences between individuals of the same species caused by genetic or environmental differences.

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probability

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the chance that a certain trait will appear.

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heterozygous

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Having different alleles for a particular trait. (hetero = different)

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homozygous

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Having the SAME alleles for a particular trait. (homo = same)

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Gregor Mendel

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The father of genetics who conducted studies on pea plants.