Scientists Use the Term ____________ to Refer to the Genetic

question 27

Multiple Choice

Scientists use the term ____________ to refer to the genetic makeup for that organism.

• A) allele
• B) phenotype
• C) homozygous
• D) locus
• E) genotype

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Definitions:

Beta-Globin

A component of hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen, responsible for one part of its two-part structure.

Sickle Cell Anemia

A genetic blood disorder characterized by red blood cells that assume an abnormal, rigid, sickle shape, leading to various complications like pain and anemia.

Hydrophobic

Pertaining to molecules or parts of molecules that repel water, often non-polar substances that do not readily dissolve in water.

Quaternary

Relating to the most recent period of the geological time scale, which follows the Tertiary period and encompasses the current time.