Genetics: Linkage Problem #2: Map Distance, Coefficient of Coincidence, and Interference

This video tutorial covers solving a linkage problem in genetics by finding map distances between genes, identifying the gene in the middle, and calculating the coefficient of coincidence and interference. The tutorial includes steps to identify parentals and crossovers, determine gene order, and compute gene distances in centimorgans. It concludes with calculating the coefficient of coincidence and interference, providing a comprehensive understanding of the genetic linkage analysis process.

What is the first step in solving a linkage problem in genetics?

What is the significance of the coefficient of coincidence in genetics?

How do you determine the parental and double crossover phenotypes?

Explain how to identify the gene in the middle of a linkage problem.

How can you verify the gene in the middle using parental and double crossover comparisons?

What formula is used to calculate gene distances?

How do you convert Morgans to centimorgans?

What is the total distance between genes A and C?

Describe the process to calculate the coefficient of coincidence.

What does the interference value indicate in genetics?