The Process of Learning About Genotypes by Studying Mutant Phenotypes

question 7

Multiple Choice

The process of learning about genotypes by studying mutant phenotypes is called ________.

• A)reverse genetics
• B)forward genetics
• C)backwards genetics
• D)frontwards genetics
• E)proverse genetics

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Definitions:

Müller-Lyer Illusion

A visual illusion where lines of the same length appear to be different lengths due to arrow-like tails.

Ponzo Illusion

A visual illusion where two horizontal lines of identical length appear different in length because of converging parallel lines in the background.

Necker Effect

An optical illusion related to the perception of a two-dimensional drawing of a cube, which can spontaneously appear to switch orientation.

McCullough Effect

A phenomenon where prolonged exposure to colored gratings causes the visual system to adapt and see complementary colors in grayscale patterns.