Mendel's Understanding of the Inheritance of Traits in Peas,expressed in Modern

question 41

Multiple Choice

Mendel's understanding of the inheritance of traits in peas,expressed in modern language,included all of the following except

• A)parents transmit information encoded in genes.
• B)each individual contains two genes for each trait.
• C)not all genes are identical;alternative forms (alleles)exist.
• D)each of the alleles present in an individual is discrete.
• E)if a given allele is present,its effects will be seen in the individual.

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Definitions:

Mongolian Spot

A type of birthmark characterized by bluish-gray discoloration, typically found on the lower back or buttocks of infants, most common in those of Asian or African descent.

Benign

A term describing a condition, tumor, or growth that is not cancerous and does not spread to other parts of the body.

Hirsutism

An excessive growth of dark or coarse hair in women in areas typically associated with male hair patterns, due to various hormonal imbalances.

Alopecia

A condition characterized by hair loss from the scalp or body, which can be temporary or permanent.