Genotype, Phenotype, & Punnett Squares

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In a heterozygous genotype, the ___________ allele takes over in the phenotype.

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dominant

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Aa is

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heterozygous

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What is the dominant trait?

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yellow pea seeds

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Genotype refers to...

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the possible combination of alleles in a gene

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What you see, or the physical appearance.

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Phenotype

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What is a genotype?

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The genetic makeup of an organism, represented by alleles.

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What is a phenotype?

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The observable physical characteristics of an organism.

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What does homozygous mean?

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Having two identical alleles for a particular gene.

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What does heterozygous mean?

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Having two different alleles for a particular gene.

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What is a Punnett square used for?

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To predict the genetic outcomes of a cross between two organisms.