A Carrier of an X-Linked Recessive Trait Who Experiences the Phenotype

question 2

Multiple Choice

A carrier of an X-linked recessive trait who experiences the phenotype is called a

• A) manifesting homozygote.
• B) manifesting mutant.
• C) manifest destiny.
• D) manifesting heterozygote.
• E) imprinting heterozygote.

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Definitions:

Plasmolysis

The process in which cells lose water in a hypertonic solution, causing the cell membrane to detach from the cell wall.

Crenation

The shrinking of cells in a hypertonic solution due to loss of water through osmosis.

Osmotic Pressure

The pressure that needs to be applied to a solution to prevent the inward flow of water across a semipermeable membrane.

Turgor Pressure

The pressure exerted by water inside the cell against the cell wall, contributing to the structural rigidity of plant cells.