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For a gene with its locus on the X chromosome what term do you use to describe a male that only has one copy of this gene?

Hemizygous - has 1/1 copy of the allele Heterozygous - has 1/2 copies of the alleleHomozygous - has 2/2 copies of the allele


What term did Mendel use to describe a trait that emerged in the F1 generation?

Mendel used the term "dominant" to describe a trait that emerged in the F1 generation.


What name do scientists use to describe a change in a gene?

Scientists use the term "mutation" to describe a change in a gene. Mutations can be caused by various factors and can result in a range of effects, from no noticeable change to significant alterations in the organism's characteristics.


Why do scintist use scientific names for organisims?

Scientists use scientific names (binomial nomenclature) for organisms because it provides a standardized way to uniquely identify and classify species. These names are internationally recognized and help to avoid confusion due to different common names for the same organism. Additionally, scientific names often convey information about the evolutionary relationships between different species.


What is the study of similarities and differences in the structures of organisims?

The study of similarities and differences in the structures of organisms is called comparative anatomy. This field of study focuses on examining the anatomical features of different species to understand their evolutionary relationships and adaptations to their environments. Scientists use comparative anatomy to uncover common ancestry and identify shared evolutionary traits among organisms.