Single Answer MCQ
Q-00001895
Explain the difference between genotype and phenotype.
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Genotype refers to physical traits, phenotype refers to genetic makeup
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Genotype and phenotype are the same
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Genotype refers to genetic makeup, phenotype refers to physical traits
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Genotype and phenotype are unrelated
Answer and Solution
Answer
C. Genotype refers to genetic makeup, phenotype refers to physical traits
Solution:
Genotype refers to the genetic composition of an organism, including the alleles present. Phenotype, on the other hand, refers to the observable physical and behavioral traits resulting from the interaction between genotype and the environment.
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