The Concept of ____________ States That Genes Have a Predetermined

question 48

Multiple Choice

The concept of ____________ states that genes have a predetermined, invariant, and unavoidable effect on traits and behaviour.

• A)empiricism
• B)genetic determinism
• C)social Darwinism
• D)behaviour genetics
• E)adaptation

Identify and explain the roles of specific genes and gene effects such as codominance, incomplete dominance, and recessive traits.

Comprehend the significance of gene location (locus) and its impact on genetic traits.

Grasp the fundamentals of genetic expressions and allele interactions in determining phenotypes.

Understand Darwin's contributions to evolutionary theory and the challenges he faced.

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Definitions:

Molecular Evidence

Information obtained from the molecular level, including DNA and proteins, that supports scientific theories or findings.

Carbon Isotopic Signatures

Differences in the ratio of carbon isotopes (carbon-12 to carbon-13) found in organic materials and carbonates, used as a tool for studying past environmental conditions and biological processes.

Diets

Pertains to the habitual nourishment or eating patterns of an individual or group, often tailored to specific health or nutritional goals.

Extinct Organisms

Species that no longer exist, having disappeared from their natural habitats and are no longer part of Earth's biodiversity.