Multiple Choice
A cell with two pairs of each set of chromosomes is called a:
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Which term refers to an organism's genetic makeup, or allele combinations?
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Genotype
B
Haplotype
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Karyotype
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Phenotype
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Understand that the question is asking for the term that describes an organism's genetic makeup, specifically the combination of alleles it carries.
Recall the definitions of the given terms: 'Genotype' refers to the genetic constitution of an organism; 'Haplotype' is a group of genes inherited together from a single parent; 'Karyotype' is the number and appearance of chromosomes in a cell; 'Phenotype' is the observable physical or biochemical characteristics of an organism.
Identify that the term describing the allele combinations or genetic makeup is 'Genotype'.
Recognize that 'Phenotype' describes traits expressed as a result of the genotype and environment, not the genetic makeup itself.
Conclude that the correct term for an organism's genetic makeup or allele combinations is 'Genotype'.
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