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What determines a genotype? What determines a phenotype?

   What determines a genotype? What determines a phenotype?

Biology: How Life Works

Biology: How Life Works

James Morris, Daniel… 3rd Edition

Chapter 14, Problem 1

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02/11/2022

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This term can also refer to the two alleles inherited for a particular gene, one from each parent. Therefore, a genotype is determined by the types of alleles present in a gene. It depends on the genes or alleles coming from each parent. In mathematical terms, if Show more…

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Phenotype

The phenotype is the observable expression of an organism's genotype, which includes the visible traits and measurable characteristics such as physical appearance, behavior, and biochemical properties. Phenotypic traits result from the complex interactions between the underlying genetic information and environmental factors, meaning that even individuals with identical genotypes can exhibit differences in their phenotypes under varying environmental conditions.

Genotype

The genotype refers to the complete set of genetic instructions found in an organism. It encompasses all of the genes and their specific variants (alleles) inherited from the parents, effectively providing a blueprint for the development and functioning of the organism. The genotype itself is the underlying genetic potential that may be modified or expressed differently based on interactions with the environment.

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