The Principle of Independent Assortment States That

question 18

Multiple Choice

The principle of independent assortment states that

• A) one allele is always dominant to another.
• B) hereditary units from the male and female parents are blended in the offspring.
• C) the two hereditary units that influence a certain trait segregate during gamete formation.
• D) each hereditary unit on one chromosome is inherited separately from hereditary units on other chromosomes.
• E) genes on the same chromosome travel separately.

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Definitions:

Knees Bent

A position in which the knees are moved away from their straight alignment and towards the body, often to lower one's stance or prepare for an activity.

Lumbar Muscles

A group of muscles in the lower back region that supports the spine and is involved in movement and stability.

Adequate Rest

The sufficient amount of sleep or relaxation time needed to restore energy and maintain optimal health and function, varies by individual needs and circumstances.

Outer Thigh Muscles

The muscles located on the lateral part of the thigh, responsible for various movements of the leg.