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Biology Final B
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| sex-linked trait. | A trait associated with a gene that is carried only by the male or female parent. |
| Explain the concept of multiple alleles. what are some traits that have multiple alleles? | The inheritance of A B O blood groups in man is an example of multiple alleles.three or more alternative forms of a particular gene existing in a population. |
| Somatic cells. | one of the cells that take part in the formation of the body, becoming differentiated into the various tissues, organs, etc. |
| Fossil Record. | A term used by paleontologists ( see paleontology) to refer to the total number of fossils that have been discovered, as well as to the information derived from them. |
| Petrification. | The process by which organic materials are turned into rock. |
| Homologous Structure. | Having the same typical structure and position. |