Homozygous Dominant Genotype
Definition
A homozygous dominant genotype consists of two dominant alleles for a particular gene. The presence of at least one dominant allele results in the expression of the dominant trait.
Related terms
Allele: An alternative form/version of a gene that can produce different effects on traits when present in homozygous or heterozygous state.
Dominant Trait: A trait that will appear in offspring if one parent contributes it; it masks recessive traits.
Homozygote: An organism which has two identical alleles for a trait.
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AP Biology - 7.5 Hardy-Weinberg Equilibrium
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