NC Check-In-Heredity Review

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What is Gel Electrophoresis?

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A laboratory technique used to separate DNA, RNA, or proteins based on their size and charge.

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What are multiple alleles?

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More than two alternative forms of a gene that can occupy the same locus on a chromosome.

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What is the significance of multiple alleles in inheritance?

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They increase the number of possible genotypes and phenotypes in a population.

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What is an ethical concern related to biotechnology?

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Privacy issues related to genetic information.

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What is the genotype of a full-color rabbit in a multiple allele system?

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C (homozygous) or Cc (heterozygous) genotype.

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What is the probability of obtaining a full-color rabbit from a Cc^ch x c^chc^h cross?

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25%.

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What does Mendelian inheritance refer to?

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The patterns of inheritance that are characteristic of organisms that reproduce sexually, based on Gregor Mendel's laws.

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What is a phenotype?

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The observable physical or biochemical characteristics of an organism, as determined by both genetic makeup and environmental influences.

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What is a genotype?

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The genetic constitution of an individual, often in terms of the alleles present.

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What is the role of biotechnology in society?

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Biotechnology can enhance medical treatments, improve agricultural practices, and raise ethical concerns.