Non-Mendelian Genetics - AP Biology
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What is an X-linked trait?
What is an X-linked trait?
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A trait determined by a gene located on the X chromosome. Shows different inheritance patterns in males versus females.
A trait determined by a gene located on the X chromosome. Shows different inheritance patterns in males versus females.
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Identify a human trait determined by multiple alleles.
Identify a human trait determined by multiple alleles.
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Human ABO blood group system. Three alleles (I^A, I^B, i) determine four blood types.
Human ABO blood group system. Three alleles (I^A, I^B, i) determine four blood types.
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What is a polygenic trait?
What is a polygenic trait?
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A trait controlled by two or more genes. Multiple genes contribute additively to the phenotype.
A trait controlled by two or more genes. Multiple genes contribute additively to the phenotype.
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Identify an example of a polygenic trait in humans.
Identify an example of a polygenic trait in humans.
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Skin color, which is influenced by multiple genes. Shows continuous variation due to multiple contributing genes.
Skin color, which is influenced by multiple genes. Shows continuous variation due to multiple contributing genes.
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What does pleiotropy refer to in genetics?
What does pleiotropy refer to in genetics?
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A single gene influences multiple phenotypic traits. Results from the gene product affecting multiple biological pathways.
A single gene influences multiple phenotypic traits. Results from the gene product affecting multiple biological pathways.
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What is an X-linked trait?
What is an X-linked trait?
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A trait determined by a gene located on the X chromosome. Shows different inheritance patterns in males versus females.
A trait determined by a gene located on the X chromosome. Shows different inheritance patterns in males versus females.
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What is the likelihood of a son inheriting hemophilia if the mother is a carrier?
What is the likelihood of a son inheriting hemophilia if the mother is a carrier?
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$50%$ chance. Males inherit the trait if mother carries the recessive allele.
$50%$ chance. Males inherit the trait if mother carries the recessive allele.
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Define epistasis.
Define epistasis.
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One gene affects the expression of another gene located at a different locus. One gene masks or modifies the expression of another gene.
One gene affects the expression of another gene located at a different locus. One gene masks or modifies the expression of another gene.
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Identify a human trait determined by multiple alleles.
Identify a human trait determined by multiple alleles.
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Human ABO blood group system. Three alleles (I^A, I^B, i) determine four blood types.
Human ABO blood group system. Three alleles (I^A, I^B, i) determine four blood types.
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What is an example of codominance?
What is an example of codominance?
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AB blood type, where both A and B alleles are expressed. A and B antigens are simultaneously expressed on red blood cells.
AB blood type, where both A and B alleles are expressed. A and B antigens are simultaneously expressed on red blood cells.
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What role does the environment play in phenotypic expression?
What role does the environment play in phenotypic expression?
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It can modify the expression of genetic traits. Gene-environment interactions influence final phenotypic outcomes.
It can modify the expression of genetic traits. Gene-environment interactions influence final phenotypic outcomes.
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What is a quantitative trait?
What is a quantitative trait?
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A trait that is measured on a continuous scale and is usually polygenic. Shows bell curve distribution in populations.
A trait that is measured on a continuous scale and is usually polygenic. Shows bell curve distribution in populations.
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How does a polygenic inheritance pattern differ from Mendelian?
How does a polygenic inheritance pattern differ from Mendelian?
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Polygenic involves multiple genes contributing to one trait. Creates continuous variation instead of discrete phenotypic classes.
Polygenic involves multiple genes contributing to one trait. Creates continuous variation instead of discrete phenotypic classes.
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What is the significance of a linkage map?
What is the significance of a linkage map?
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Shows the relative position of genes on a chromosome. Distance between genes correlates with recombination frequency.
Shows the relative position of genes on a chromosome. Distance between genes correlates with recombination frequency.
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Define the term 'lethal allele'.
Define the term 'lethal allele'.
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An allele that causes death in the organism, usually before reproduction. Prevents organism survival or reproduction capability.
An allele that causes death in the organism, usually before reproduction. Prevents organism survival or reproduction capability.
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Determine the phenotype ratio of a monohybrid cross with incomplete dominance.
Determine the phenotype ratio of a monohybrid cross with incomplete dominance.
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1:2:1. No masking of recessive phenotypes occurs in heterozygotes.
1:2:1. No masking of recessive phenotypes occurs in heterozygotes.
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What is the expected phenotype ratio in a cross of heterozygotes with codominance?
What is the expected phenotype ratio in a cross of heterozygotes with codominance?
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1:2:1. Each genotype produces a distinct, recognizable phenotype.
1:2:1. Each genotype produces a distinct, recognizable phenotype.
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Identify the inheritance pattern: male-pattern baldness.
Identify the inheritance pattern: male-pattern baldness.
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Sex-influenced. Expression depends on sex hormones affecting gene regulation.
Sex-influenced. Expression depends on sex hormones affecting gene regulation.
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What is an example of pleiotropy?
What is an example of pleiotropy?
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The sickle cell gene affects both red blood cell shape and malaria resistance. One mutation affects multiple organ systems simultaneously.
The sickle cell gene affects both red blood cell shape and malaria resistance. One mutation affects multiple organ systems simultaneously.
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Define expressivity in genetic terms.
Define expressivity in genetic terms.
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The degree to which a genotype is expressed in an individual. Same genotype can produce varying degrees of phenotypic expression.
The degree to which a genotype is expressed in an individual. Same genotype can produce varying degrees of phenotypic expression.
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What is the pattern of inheritance for Duchenne muscular dystrophy?
What is the pattern of inheritance for Duchenne muscular dystrophy?
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X-linked recessive. Primarily affects males due to X-linked location.
X-linked recessive. Primarily affects males due to X-linked location.
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What is an example of codominance?
What is an example of codominance?
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AB blood type, where both A and B alleles are expressed. A and B antigens are simultaneously expressed on red blood cells.
AB blood type, where both A and B alleles are expressed. A and B antigens are simultaneously expressed on red blood cells.
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What is a quantitative trait?
What is a quantitative trait?
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A trait that is measured on a continuous scale and is usually polygenic. Shows bell curve distribution in populations.
A trait that is measured on a continuous scale and is usually polygenic. Shows bell curve distribution in populations.
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What is the significance of a linkage map?
What is the significance of a linkage map?
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Shows the relative position of genes on a chromosome. Distance between genes correlates with recombination frequency.
Shows the relative position of genes on a chromosome. Distance between genes correlates with recombination frequency.
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Identify an example of a polygenic trait in humans.
Identify an example of a polygenic trait in humans.
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Skin color, which is influenced by multiple genes. Shows continuous variation due to multiple contributing genes.
Skin color, which is influenced by multiple genes. Shows continuous variation due to multiple contributing genes.
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What does pleiotropy refer to in genetics?
What does pleiotropy refer to in genetics?
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A single gene influences multiple phenotypic traits. Results from the gene product affecting multiple biological pathways.
A single gene influences multiple phenotypic traits. Results from the gene product affecting multiple biological pathways.
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What is a polygenic trait?
What is a polygenic trait?
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A trait controlled by two or more genes. Multiple genes contribute additively to the phenotype.
A trait controlled by two or more genes. Multiple genes contribute additively to the phenotype.
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Define epistasis.
Define epistasis.
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One gene affects the expression of another gene located at a different locus. One gene masks or modifies the expression of another gene.
One gene affects the expression of another gene located at a different locus. One gene masks or modifies the expression of another gene.
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What is the likelihood of a son inheriting hemophilia if the mother is a carrier?
What is the likelihood of a son inheriting hemophilia if the mother is a carrier?
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$50%$ chance. Males inherit the trait if mother carries the recessive allele.
$50%$ chance. Males inherit the trait if mother carries the recessive allele.
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How does a polygenic inheritance pattern differ from Mendelian?
How does a polygenic inheritance pattern differ from Mendelian?
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Polygenic involves multiple genes contributing to one trait. Creates continuous variation instead of discrete phenotypic classes.
Polygenic involves multiple genes contributing to one trait. Creates continuous variation instead of discrete phenotypic classes.
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