Do Dominant Traits Always Dominate in Genetics?

Explore how dominant and recessive traits interact in genetics. Discover the truth about trait expression and inheritance.

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Dominant traits do not always win. They are more likely to express themselves in offspring, but recessive traits can still appear if an individual inherits the recessive allele from both parents.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What are dominant traits in genetics? Dominant traits are those that are expressed in an organism's phenotype when at least one dominant allele is present.
  2. Can a recessive trait be expressed? Yes, a recessive trait can be expressed if an individual inherits the recessive allele from both parents.
  3. How do alleles affect traits? Alleles are different versions of a gene, and they determine the expression of specific traits based on their dominance or recessiveness.
  4. What is the significance of dominant and recessive traits? The interplay between dominant and recessive traits is crucial in heredity as it affects the phenotypes generated in offspring.

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