An organism's genotype is its genetic makeup. An organism's physical traits are its phenotype
a. true
b. false
Answer: a. true
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Short index fingers (shorter than the ring finger) are
dominant in males and recessive in females, whereas long index fingers (as long as or longer than ring fingers) are dominant in females and recessive in males. Give the F2 genotype and phenotype resulting from the cross of a male with long index fingers with a female with short index fingers. What will be an ideal response?
What type of cell found in the skin and mucosal linings secretes histamine?
A) basophil B) monocyte C) dendritic cell D) macrophage E) mast cell
Organisms that thrive in extremely cold climates often produce proteins that act as "antifreeze". Given that all proteins bind to other molecules, how might such antifreeze proteins work?
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