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What distinguishes a genotype from a phenotype?
Options
A Genotype is the visible trait, phenotype is inherited
B Genotype is the genetic makeup; phenotype is the physical expression
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C Genotype is influenced by environment
D Phenotype is always dominant over genotype
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Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Genotype refers to an organism's genetic constitution (the alleles it carries). Phenotype refers to the observable traits (anatomical, physiological, behavioral) that result from the interaction of the genotype with the environment.

Hint

Genotype is the genetic code, phenotype is the expressed result.

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Course: BIO 101
Topic: BIO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 890 of 2556
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