8.3 Study Guide Flashcards
1
Q
What is a sex linked trait?
A
A trait determined by sex chromosomes.
2
Q
What is an autosomal trait?
A
A trait determined by the other 22 chromosomes.
3
Q
Do recessive traits skip generations?
A
Yes
4
Q
Do dominant traits skip generations?
A
No
5
Q
Are males or females more likely to get a recessive trait for sex-linked?
A
Males
6
Q
Where do males get their X from?
A
Mom
7
Q
Where do females get there X from?
A
Both mom and dad
8
Q
What does a circle mean on a pedigree?
A
Female
9
Q
What does a square mean on a pedigree?
A
Male
10
Q
What does a filled in circle/square mean on a pedigree?
A
That person has that particular trait.
