Genotype

To determine the genotype of the members in my group and the class with regards to the TAS2R38 and LCT genes, first, DNA was extracted from epithelial cells to be used for PCR to amplify the DNA of the targeted loci. Then, restriction enzyme digestion was performed to cut the DNA into fragments in order to perform Restriction Length Polymorphism Analysis to decipher the different lengths. Differing lengths of the DNA accounts for different alleles on that specific gene, therefore determining heterozygosity

and genetic traits, or genotype. This experiment aimed to reproduce Mendel’s results with the Brassica rapa plant, noted for it’s fast generation time, and anthocyanin, a purple pigment that can be visually tracked through subsequent generations. It is important for experiments resulting in scientific discovery to be replicable and peer reviewed. Since Mendelian genetics are the foundation of scientific education, including answering questions about

Behavioral Genetics: How does Genes Influence Ones Behavior Many believe that the environment such as the individuals people associate with, the extracurricular activities people are involved in, the music people listen to, including things shown on tv and video games all influence behavior. Though all of the things listed above are said to be true, and do indeed play a role in behavior. There are major things inside the body that trigger peoples behavioral responses. Those major things are called

with two alleles, A & a, that show incomplete dominance. Furthermore, these alleles combine to form three genotypes: AA, Aa, & aa. All 3 genotypes are phenotypically expressed as varying traits of the organism as follows: AA: Individuals carrying this genotype display “yellow” scales Aa: Individuals heterozygous for this allele have mostly “brown” scales aa: Individuals of the homozygous genotype have “grey” scales Steps: 1. Choose initial allelic frequencies of A & a and an environment. 2. Click

experiences more influential. Several psychosocial factors, including low income, family conflict and adversity, are thought to show some level of genetic interaction when it comes to contributing to ADHD symptoms, primarily with the DAT1 and 5-HTT genotypes

Lab Report 1 Purpose To develop an understanding of the metric system and use it to measure common objects. To also learn about how to report uncertainty in your measurements. Lab Observations Most flat objects do not consist of uncertainty. When we measured round objects, because of its shape, it contained uncertainty. Lab Answers 1. Using a metric ruler, determine the length of the items in Table 1.1 below: In the final column, you are to estimate your measurement precision. To do

ANTH 300: Professor Mills Name: Pawanjit Singh Race, Monogamy and Other Lies They Told You: Myth Busting Toolkit: Chapters 1, 2 & 3 1. What is a myth? What are they composed of? Are they always false? How do they come into being? A simple definition of a myth is a story handed down through history, often through oral tradition, that explains or gives value to the unknown. Myths are composed of stories or explanations. Myths are not always false sometimes they have some truth to them. They

genetically enhanced world, Vincent had poor eyesight, heart problems and was not expected to live past the age of 30. Society has determined that people such as Vincent are in an underclass of humans and are only good for menial jobs simply based on their genotype. Vincent’s dreams will not be stifled so he devises a scheme to buy another identity. He finds Jerome Morrow a former athlete with favorable genetics, and a paraplegic as the result of a tragic car accident. The two become skilled at deceiving DNA

states that “allele and genotype frequencies in a population will remain constant from generation to generation in the absence of other evolutionary influences” (Version, T.). In order for genetic equilibrium to be maintained, five conditions must be met: - Random Mating: all individuals within a population must have an equal opportunity to pass on their alleles - Large Populations: random changes in allele

For example, when recording genotypic ratios: i. If your offspring genotypes include 1 GG, 2 Gg, and 1 gg, the ratio would be: 1 GG : 2 Gg : 1 gg ii. If your offspring genotypes include 2 GG and 2 Gg, the ratio would be: 2 GG : 2 gg (or 1:1 in the reduced form) iii. If your offspring genotypes are 4 gg, then the ratio would be written as: 4 gg b. When you record phenotypic ratios for a monohybrid cross, there are