A Member of a Gene Pair That Controls the Appearance

question 240

Multiple Choice

A member of a gene pair that controls the appearance of a certain trait, no matter what other type of gene it is paired with is called a ________ gene.

• A) recombinant
• B) mutated
• C) recessive
• D) dominant

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Definitions:

Transgender

An umbrella term for persons whose gender identity or expression differs from the sex they were assigned at birth.

Cisgender

A term for individuals whose gender identity matches the sex they were assigned at birth.

Homosexual

A term describing individuals who are sexually attracted to members of their own sex.

Transsexual

A term used to describe an individual whose gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at birth, and who may seek to transition physically to the gender with which they identify.