We will examine some human phenotypes that are controlled by a single gene.  For each characteristic, you will determine your phenotype, possible genotype(s), and the frequency of your phenotype in the class.

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We will examine some human phenotypes that are controlled by a single gene.  For each characteristic, you will determine your phenotype, possible genotype(s), and the frequency of your phenotype in the class.  

 

  1. Tongue-rolling:  a single gene with two alleles, R and r, determines a person’s ability to roll their tongue into a U shape.  A person that cannot roll their tongue is homozygous recessive (rr).

 

What is your phenotype? _____

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What is your genotype(s)? _____

 

What is the frequency of your phenotype? (show your work)  

 

_________

 

  1. Widow’s peak:  a single gene with two alleles, W and w.  The dominant allele (W) results in a hairline that forms a distinct point in the center of the forehead.  

 

What is your phenotype? _____

 

What is your genotype(s)? ____

 

What is the frequency of your phenotype? (show your work)  

 

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