How the results of different gene combinations produce

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Question: Heredity is defined as the passing on of traits, or characteristics from parent to offspring. The units of heredity are termed genes. Genes are located on chromosomes and carry the genetic material in all living organisms. The combinations of genes for each trait occur by chance. When one gene is a pair is stronger than the other gene, the trait of the weaker gene is hidden. The stronger gene is dominant, and the gene that is hidden is recessive. If both genes in a pair are the same, the trait is said to be homozygous. If the genes are not similar, the trait is said to be heterozygous, or a hybrid. In certain cases, genes are neither dominant nor recessive, and the result is a blending of traits

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The genetic makeup of an individual is its genotype. The observable physical characteristics of an individual that are the result of its genotype is known as its phenotype.

In this activity, you will observe how the results of different gene combinations produce certain traits.

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