Genetics
By Nontokozo
, :Genotype vs. Phenotype
• Genotype:
• The genetic makeup of an individual, referring to the specific alleles present.
• Phenotype:
• The observable physical or behavioural characteristics of an individual,
resulting from the interaction of their genotype and environment.
• Dominant vs. Recessive Traits:
• Dominant traits:
• These traits are expressed even when only one copy of the corresponding
allele is present (heterozygous) eg: Tt/TT
• Recessive traits:
• These traits are only expressed when two copies of the corresponding allele
are present (homozygous) eg: tt
By Nontokozo
, :Genotype vs. Phenotype
• Genotype:
• The genetic makeup of an individual, referring to the specific alleles present.
• Phenotype:
• The observable physical or behavioural characteristics of an individual,
resulting from the interaction of their genotype and environment.
• Dominant vs. Recessive Traits:
• Dominant traits:
• These traits are expressed even when only one copy of the corresponding
allele is present (heterozygous) eg: Tt/TT
• Recessive traits:
• These traits are only expressed when two copies of the corresponding allele
are present (homozygous) eg: tt
