What is a genotype?
Ch 12 Mendelian Genetics and Beyond w/ Meiosis

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A genotype is the genetic makeup of an organism, represented by the alleles it possesses, such as 'Bb' or 'RR'.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?
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Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells, while meiosis is the process that produces gametes (sex cells) with half the number of chromosomes.
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What are gametes?
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Gametes are sex cells (sperm and egg) that carry half the genetic information of an organism.
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What are somatic cells?
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Somatic cells are all body cells except for gametes; they contain the full set of chromosomes.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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If a person has a genotype of RR, what alleles do their gametes carry?
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All gametes will carry the R allele.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What blood type can a person with O+ receive?
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A person with O+ can receive O- blood.
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What is the purpose of meiosis?
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The purpose of meiosis is to produce gametes for sexual reproduction, ensuring genetic diversity.
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