Assume That Two Genes Are 80 Map Units Apart on Chromosome

question 4

Short Answer

Assume that two genes are 80 map units apart on chromosome II of Drosophila and that a cross is made between a doubly heterozygous female and a homozygous recessive male.What percent recombination would be expected in the offspring of this type of cross?

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