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Very Short Answer Questions :1. Define the terms.a) Genotype b) Phenotype |
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Answer» a) Genotypeis your complete heritable genetic identity; it is unique genome that would be revealed bypersonal genome sequencing. However, the word genotype can also refer just to a particular gene or set of genes carried by an individual. For example, if we carry a mutation that is linked to diabetes, we may refer to your genotype just with respect to this mutation without consideration of all the other gene variants that your may carry. b) Phenotypeis a description of our actual physical characteristics. This includes straightforward visible characteristics like your height and eye color, but also our overall health, our disease history, and even our behavior and general disposition. |
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