3.2 Traits and Inheritance Flashcards
1
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One set of instructions for an inherited trait
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Gene
2
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One of the alternative forms of a gene that governs a characteristic, such as hair.
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Allele
3
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An organism’s appearance or other detectable characteristic
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Phenotype
4
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The entire genetic makeup of an organism; also the combination of genes for one or more specific trait.
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Genotype
5
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The likelihood that a possible future event will occur in any giving instant in this event.
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Probability
