Biology GCSE
Genotype
What Genotype means in Biology GCSE, as defined for AQA.
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The alleles present for a gene, which operate at a molecular level to develop characteristics.
The alleles a person has, written as PP or Pp for polydactyly and pp for no polydactyly.
Topics that use Genotype
- Genetic inheritance (AQA GCSE)
- Inherited disorders (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Dominant allele
- Phenotype
- Recessive allele
- Allele notation
- Alleles
- Chromosome
- direct proportion
- Ethical issues
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