GENETIC Flashcards
1
Q
What are complementary genes?
A
Complementary genes are a pair of non-allelic genes that are individually unable to express a trait but can produce a specific trait when present together.
2
Q
What is the typical phenotypic ratio for complementary genes?
A
The typical phenotypic ratio for complementary genes is 9:7.
This means that out of 16 offspring, 9 will exhibit the trait, while 7 will not.