Pedigrees Flashcards

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Definition of Pedigrees

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pedigree is a pictorial representation of the pattern of a genetic trait or condition in a family.

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What are males drawn as in a pedigree?

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squares

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What are females drawn as in a pedigree?

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circles

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Married and Mated partners are….

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connected with horizontal lines

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In what order are siblings arranged

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left to right - oldest to youngest

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