Which of the Following Is Most Typical of a Case

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is most typical of a case of quantitative inheritance?

• A)a ratio of 9:3:3:1
• B)continuous variation in phenotypes
• C)discontinuous variation in genotypes
• D)lack of a clearly dominant phenotype
• E)a trait with little to no genetic influence

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Definitions:

Addition Polymer

A type of polymer formed by the sequential addition of monomer units with unsaturated bonds, such as olefins, to form long chains without the loss of any small molecules.

Condensation Polymer

A type of polymer formed by the condensation reaction where two molecules combine with the elimination of a small molecule, often water, between them.

Lactam Monomers

The monomeric units that can polymerize to form polyamides, where the repeating units contain a lactam ring.

Polyamides

Synthetic polymers made by the linkage of amino acids or by the polymerization of monomers with amide bonds, used in textiles and plastics.