Pedigrees

Front

What does an open circle represent in a pedigree?

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Not Affected Female

Front

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

Back

3

Front

Which individual in the first generation is a carrier?

Back

The male

Front

What do we use pedigrees for?

Back

To see family relationships and track traits in families

Front

What is this diagram called?

Back

Pedigree

Front

What does a filled circle represent in a pedigree?

Back

Affected Female

Front

What does a filled square represent in a pedigree?

Back

Affected Male

Front

What is the purpose of a pedigree chart?

Back

To trace the inheritance of traits across generations.

Front

What symbol represents a male in a pedigree?

Back

Square

Front

What symbol represents a female in a pedigree?

Back

Circle