Practical content Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
Is there ever any recombination on the 4th chromosome of flies?
A
There is never any recombination on the 4th chromosome
2
Q
How many chromosome pairs are there in drosophila and what are they?
A
There are 4 chromosome pairs. X/Y, 2, 3, 4
3
Q
How do you distinguish female from male drosophila using their stripes?
A
Males have solid pigmentation on the dorsal (back) side of the abdomen in the last few segments, while females are striped to the end of the abdomen
4
Q
Do male drosophila chromosomes undergo recombination?
A
There is never any recombination on any chromosome in males
5
Q
How would you calculate genetic distance?
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