NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

EMBRYOLOGY

NERVOUS SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is a “Purebred Gene”?
A
When both alleles are the same form.
B
When alleles have different forms.
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Purebred-Also called HOMOZYGOUS and consists of gene pairs with genes that are the SAME. Hybrid-Also called HETEROZYGOUS and consists of gene pairs that are DIFFERENT. Genotype is the actual GENE makeup represented by LETTERS. Phenotype is the PHYSICAL appearance of a trait, such as a YELLOW (or BLUE) body color.

Detailed explanation-2: -An organism that has two identical (same) alleles for a trait is called a purebred.

Detailed explanation-3: -Homozygous: Having two identical alleles for a trait.

Detailed explanation-4: -b) If the genotype of an individual has the same (identical) alleles for a given trait, it is called a homozygous genotype. This genotype is found in purebred individuals which are bred from members of a recognized breed or strain without cross-breeding over several generations.

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