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Phenotypic ratio

Phenotypic ratio
n., plural: phenotypic ratios
[fiːnə(ʊ)ˈtɪpɪk ˈreɪʃɪˌəʊ]
Definition: ratio based on the phenotypes of offspring and determined using tools such as Punnett Squares

Quiz

Choose the best answer. 

1. A ratio based on the phenotypes of offspring

2. A gene variant

3. How many traits will likely manifest in a 3:1 phenotypic ratio?

4. Which of the following will result in a phenotypic ratio of 3:1?

5. The allele that is expressed and masks the effect of the other allele