Overview
Genes and alleles are fundamental concepts in genetics that explain how traits are inherited. Genes are segments of DNA that code for specific traits, while alleles are different versions of those genes. Understanding these concepts is crucial for studying inheritance patterns and genetic diversity ...
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Example: DNA is found in the nucleus of cells.
Example: The gene for eye color determines what color your eyes will be.
Example: The gene for flower color may have a red allele and a white allele.
Example: A plant's genotype may be homozygous for tallness (TT).
Example: The phenotype of a plant may be tall or short.
Example: In pea plants, the allele for tallness (T) is dominant.
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Key Concepts
DNAGenotypePhenotypeInheritance