Mendelian Inheritance Flashcards
1
Q
Law of dominance
A
Each trait is determined by 2 factors , dominant and recessive
2
Q
Law of segregation
A
Two factors seperate at gametogenesis and reunite at fertilization
3
Q
Law of independent assortmeny
A
Alleles with diff characteristics undergo I.A
4
Q
What is dominant allele
A
Gain of function
Prevents normal protein functioning
For survival
5
Q
What is recessive allele
A
Loss of function
Severe at early age
