Biology Inheritance / Variation & Genetics SZABMU 2024 Reconduct
PMDC Verified Question 17 of 94
Phenotype is:
A
The genetic complement i.e the genes in an individual for a particular trait
B
Partner of gene pair
C
The form of appearance of a trait
D
The position of a gene on the chromosome
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Official Correct Choice:
Option C: The form of appearance of a trait
Concept:

Genetic inheritance translates molecular codes into physical realities.

Solution:

  • The term phenotype describes the observable physical properties, physiological properties, or the form of appearance of a trait in an organism.
  • It is the direct result of the organism's underlying genotype interacting with the environment (e.g., eye color, blood type, height).


Why other options are incorrect:

  • Option A: Describes the Genotype.
  • Option B: Describes an Allele.
  • Option D: Describes a Locus.

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