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Genetics Terminology Flashcards

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Alleles

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alternate forms (or expression) of a gene 
Ex. Brown, Green or Hazel eyes
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Homozygous

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Having 2 alleles that are the same

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Heterozygous

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Having 2 alleles that are different

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Genotype

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The genetic expression of a trait, indicated by letters.

Ex. RR rr

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Phenotype

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the physical expression of the genotype or appearance of the trait.

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