Chapter 12 Flashcards
1
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Allele
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All possible forms of a gene/trait
2
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Phenotype
A
Morphology based on dominant or recessive trait; always an adjective
3
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Genotype
A
Specific genetic makeup of a trait
4
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Dominant
A
Allele that masks presence of another
5
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Recessive
A
Allele masked by another, allele not seen
6
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Homozygous
A
Genotype where both alleles are the same - either dominant or recessive
7
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Heterozygous
A
Genotype where alleles differ
8
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Monohybrid
A
Crossing of individuals showing a single trait
9
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Dihybrid
A
Crossing of individuals showing two traits
10
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Traits
A
A genetic category that can be observed
