Punnett Square Flashcards
1
Q
What is the genotype for a heterozygous plant?
A
Gg
2
Q
True or False: Punnett squares provide exact predictions of offspring traits.
A
False
3
Q
What is the significance of using capital and lowercase letters in genetics?
A
Capital letters represent dominant genes; lowercase letters represent recessive genes.
4
Q
What does each box in a Punnett square represent?
A
Each box represents an equal probability of appearing in the offspring, typically a 50% chance.
5
Q
Fill in the blank: The Punnett square shows the chances of traits being passed down from parent to _______.
A
offspring
