Neurospora Is a Haploid,filamentous Fungus Normally Having Fluffy,orange Masses of Asexual

question 11

Essay

Neurospora is a haploid,filamentous fungus normally having fluffy,orange masses of asexual spores called conidia.Two mutant strains,one having albino (white)conidia,and the other lacking conidia entirely (aconidial),were mated.Their progeny were as follows: 82 normal,86 albino,and 166 aconidial.
a)What are the parental genotypes?
b)What are the progeny genotypes and phenotypes?
c)What conclusions can be made about the gene interactions?

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Definitions:

Normal Balance

The side (debit or credit) of an account that is expected to have a higher balance, considering the account type (asset, liability, etc.).

Double-Entry Accounting

A bookkeeping system that records each transaction in two accounts, ensuring that the accounting equation (Assets = Liabilities + Equity) remains balanced.

Transaction Recorded Twice

This refers to a bookkeeping error where a financial transaction is mistakenly entered into an accounting system more than once, potentially distorting financial statements.

Liabilities

Debts or financial responsibilities that a company has towards others, requiring settlement via the transfer of economic resources over a period.