Yes, blood groups are considered discontinuous data because they fall into distinct categories that do not overlap. Each blood group (e.g., A, B, AB, O) represents a specific classification based on the presence or absence of certain antigens on the surface of red blood cells. This categorical nature means that individuals cannot belong to more than one blood group at the same time, making it a clear example of discontinuous data.
i think it is data that does not change!
Theres two types of data, Continuous and discontinuous data.
Heiner Zieschang has written: 'Lineare Algebra und Geometrie' 'Surfaces and planar discontinuous groups' -- subject(s): Combinatorial topology, Discontinuous groups, Surfaces
Discontinuous variation refers to the type of phenotypic variation that falls into distinct categories or groups, with no intermediate forms. Traits exhibiting discontinuous variation, such as blood type or flower color, can be clearly classified into specific categories. This type of variation is often influenced by a small number of genes, making it easier to identify and study. Unlike continuous variation, where traits show a range of values, discontinuous variation results in a more discrete distribution of traits.
Leon Greenberg has written: 'Discontinuous Groups and Riemann Surfaces'
Discontinuous variation in blood groups is primarily caused by genetic differences in alleles inherited from parents. Each blood group (A, B, AB, O) is determined by specific combinations of alleles for the ABO gene, which can express distinct antigens on the surface of red blood cells. This variation is discrete, meaning individuals fall into distinct categories without intermediate phenotypes, contrasting with continuous traits like height. Environmental factors do not influence blood group variation, as it is solely determined by genetics.
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A chart would be good for continuous and discontinuous data, as for the environmental variation would be a diagram.
Continuous: height, weight, skin colour. Discontinuous: eye colour, attached ear lobes Continuous variation varies from degree to degree gradually, affected by external conditions. Discontinuous variation only has two or more definite 'extremes', determined by genes only.
Natural eye colour is discontinuous. :) !
No, blood pressure is not categorical data; it is considered continuous or numerical data. Blood pressure measurements, typically expressed in millimeters of mercury (mmHg), can take on a wide range of values and can be measured with precision. Categorical data, on the other hand, consists of distinct categories or groups without an inherent order, such as blood type or gender.
Joseph Lehner has written: 'Discontinuous groups and automorphic functions' -- subject(s): Automorphic functions