Pedigree

Front

What does an open circle represent in a pedigree chart?

Back

Not Affected Female

Front

What is the genotype for person II-1 in this autosomal trait?

Back

Gg

Front

If a trait SKIPS a generation, what does it indicate about the trait?

Back

It is recessive.

Front

In the second generation of a pedigree, how many people are carriers of the trait?

Back

3

Front

How many females in the pedigree have the hemophilia trait?

Back

2

Front

What does a filled circle represent in a pedigree chart?

Back

Affected Female

Front

What does a filled square represent in a pedigree chart?

Back

Affected Male

Front

What is the significance of a horizontal line connecting a male and female in a pedigree?

Back

It represents a mating or marriage.

Front

What does a vertical line descending from a couple represent in a pedigree?

Back

It indicates their offspring.

Front

What is the purpose of a pedigree chart?

Back

To track the inheritance of traits across generations.