Describe the Three Types of Genetic Effects That Affect Phenotypic

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Essay

Describe the three types of genetic effects that affect phenotypic variation.

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Definitions:

Skeletal

Relating to the skeleton, the internal framework composed of bones that supports and protects the body.

Skeletal Muscle

Muscle tissue that is attached to the bones and is responsible for voluntary movements.

Smooth Muscle

A type of muscle tissue which is not under conscious control, found in the walls of internal organs such as the stomach and intestines.

Cardiac Muscle

A specialized type of striated muscle found only in the heart, responsible for pumping blood throughout the body.