Genetics Vocabulary Practice Questions
1. Discuss the relationship between the terms gene, allele and trait.
2. Explain the difference between genotype and phenotype.
3. For a given genotype (Qq) can there be more than one phenotype? Explain. (HINT:
different patterns of inheritance)
4. For a given phenotype (purple) can there be more than one genotype? Explain.
5. Define homozygous and heterozygous using the terms gene and allele.
6. Is a recessive phenotype seen when an organism is homozygous or heterozygous? Explain.
7. Can there be more than one phenotype in a homozygous individual? Explain.