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Multiple Choice
What can we observe in order to visualize Mendel's Law of Segregation?
A
The independent assortment of different genes
B
The blending of parental traits in offspring
C
The dominance of one allele over another
D
The separation of alleles during gamete formation
Verified step by step guidance
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Understand Mendel's Law of Segregation: This law states that during the formation of gametes, the two alleles for a trait separate so that each gamete receives only one allele.
Recognize that alleles are different forms of a gene that can exist at a specific locus on a chromosome.
Visualize the process of meiosis: During meiosis, homologous chromosomes are separated, leading to the segregation of alleles into different gametes.
Consider a monohybrid cross: This involves a single trait and can demonstrate how alleles segregate into gametes, resulting in different combinations in the offspring.
Observe the phenotypic ratios in offspring: The segregation of alleles can be seen in the predictable ratios of traits in the offspring, such as the 3:1 ratio in a monohybrid cross when one allele is dominant.