LECTURE 2 Flashcards
1
Q
Polyphenism? Example in nature
A
where two or more distinct phenotypes are produced by the same genotype. Earwigs forceps length
2
Q
Meristic traits
A
Are countable. Determined by many genes- complex, but countable, eg number of offspring.
3
Q
Threshold traits?
A
- Presence or absence
- Susceptibility to a particular disease
4
Q
Example of complex trait in Kernel
A
Pigmentation of kernel. F1 from red and white kernel produces offspring with triple heterozygotes, their offspring have major variety in pigmentation of kernel.
5
Q
Complex traits usually follow?
A
Bell curve
