​ Explain the Difference Between the Homozygous Condition and the Heterozygous

question 47

Essay

​ Explain the difference between the homozygous condition and the heterozygous condition of a gene.

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Definitions:

Blood Vessels

Tubular structures carrying blood through the tissues and organs; a vein, artery, or capillary.

Internal Organs

Organs located inside the body that perform essential functions necessary for survival, such as the heart, liver, and kidneys.

Somatic Nervous System

A part of the peripheral nervous system associated with the voluntary control of body movements via skeletal muscles.

Parasympathetic Nervous System

A division of the autonomic nervous system that conserves energy as it slows the heart rate, increases intestinal and gland activity, and relaxes sphincter muscles.