Using the picture of a dihybrid cross, what are the two traits being observed and how many possible phenotypes for the F2 generation of this cross?
Fur color and tail length, 2 different phenotypes
Fur length and tail length, 2 different phenotypes
Fur color and tail length, 4 different phenotypes
Fur length and tail length, 4 different phenotypes
Using the picture of a dihybrid cross, what are the two traits being observed and how many possible phenotypes for the F2 generation of this cross?
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The correct answer is: Fur color and tail length, 4 different phenotypes.
In a dihybrid cross, two traits are typically observed. If we take fur color and tail length as the traits, during the F2 generation, the phenotypes can be combined in various ways. Each trait can have two alleles, and the combinations of these alleles lead to four distinct phenotypes in the F2 generation. This occurs because each trait segregates independently according to Mendelian genetics. If you have any more questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask!