genetics. mendel studied pea plants. traits: something passed from parent to child
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Genetics
GeneticsMendel
Studied pea plants.Traits: something passed from parent to child
Gene – Chomosome TheoryGene: DNA that codes for a specific trait
Example: Hair Color / Eye Color
Allele: Different forms of the geneExample: Red air / Blue Eyes
Law of Dominance
Dominant Gene: A gene that is ALWAYS expressed.Symbol: T (Tall)
Law of DominanceRecessive Gene: A gene that is MASKED or HIDDEN.Symbol: t (short)
Law of DominanceGenotype: Genetic make-up
Homozygous (Pure): Both alleles are the same.Example: TT, tt
Heterozygous (Hybrid): Alleles are different.Example: Tt
Law of DominancePhenotype: Physical AppearanceExample: Tall, short
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