Mendelian Genetics

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In a heterozygous genotype, the ___________ allele is expressed in the phenotype.

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dominant

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The letters on the TOP AND SIDE of a punnett square represent ______________.

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The possible alleles given by the parents following meiosis.

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In the Punnett Square below, which genotype belongs in the missing square?

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tt

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If 'T' is the dominant allele for tall and 't' is the recessive allele for short, then what phenotype would 'Tt' produce?

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tall

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If green is dominant over purple, then what is the genotype for this individual?

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gg

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What is the definition of a genotype?

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The genetic makeup of an individual, represented by alleles.

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What is the definition of a phenotype?

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The observable physical or biochemical characteristics of an organism, determined by its genotype.

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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 genotypes and phenotypes of offspring from a genetic cross.