Explain how two parents who do not express a particular trait in their phenotype can nevertheless produce children who express the trait. Give an example of a specific trait or disease where this could occur
What will be an ideal response?
The answer is the difference between genotype (carrying the trait) and phenotype (expressing the
trait). Parents can be heterozygous, leaving their children a 25 percent chance of expressing a
carried trait. Examples include the ABO blood system.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The absolute forbiddance of sexual contact between certain close relatives is called____________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Some modern human populations adapted in just a couple thousand years to living at high altitudes, this is a clear example of:
a. microevolution b. macroevolution c. ancient synthesis d. punctuated equilibrium e. sexual dimorphism
Empire-building through state expansion of territories and commerce is known as:
a. colonialism. b. imperialism. c. dictatorship. d. oppression. e. globalization.