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This term names an alternative version of a gene.

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Alleles are alternative versions of a genetic locus. Source: Allele ↗

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  1. 35This term describes an organism's genetic makeup.RECALL
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    It describes its alleles

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  2. 36This term describes an organism's observable characteristics.RECALL
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    Environment can influence them

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  3. 37Under simple Mendelian inheritance, this kind of allele determines the trait when paired with a recessive one.RECALL
    Dominant allele

    It can mask a recessive allele

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