Assuming Independent Assortment, What Phenotypic Ratio Would You Expect to See

question 41

Multiple Choice

Assuming independent assortment, what phenotypic ratio would you expect to see if an individual with the genotype RrGg is self- crossed?

• A) 9:3:3:1
• B) 1:3
• C) 1:2:1
• D) 1:3:2:1
• E) 3:1

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Definitions:

Translocation

The process by which substances are moved within a plant, especially the transport of sugars from leaves to other parts through the phloem.

Pressure Gradient

The physical quantity that represents the rate of pressure changes over a specified distance in a fluid medium.

Phloem

The plant's vascular system responsible for moving sugars and other substances produced during metabolism from the leaves downward.

Springwood

The portion of a tree's annual growth ring that is formed in the early part of the growing season, characterized by larger and less dense cells than those produced later in the season.