Genotype and Phenotype

• If someone has a genotype for blue eyes, what would their phenotype be?

  Blue eyes
• What is the definition of phenotype?

  Observable traits of an individual
• What can be inferred if a person's phenotype includes brown eyes?

  Their genotype includes brown eye genes
• What is the relationship between genotype and phenotype?

  • Genotype: genetic code
  • Phenotype: visible traits
  • Phenotype is influenced by genotype
• What is the definition of genotype?

  The genetic blueprint of an organism
• How do genes influence behavior and psychological processes?

  By creating proteins that control brain and body function
• What is the definition of phenotype?

  The observable expression of genes
• What external factors could disrupt the relationship between genotype and phenotype?

  Environmental influences like nutrition and health
• If a person has a genotype for tall height, what would their phenotype likely be?

  They would grow tall, barring disruptions
• How does phenotype differ from genotype?

  Phenotype is observable; genotype is genetic code
• How do genotype and phenotype interact to shape human behavior?

  They interact with the environment.
• What colors can eye color genes be?

  Brown, blue, or green
• How does genotype influence phenotype?

  Genotype determines the observable traits expressed
• How do genetic influences on cognitive abilities manifest?

  Through variations in memory and intelligence
• What is the relationship between genes, environment, and observable traits?

  • Genes provide potential for traits.
  • Environment triggers and shapes traits.
  • Observable traits result from this interaction.
• How might specific genes affect personality traits?

  By increasing likelihood of traits like extroversion
• What does the genotype dictate?

  Potential physical and mental traits
• What role do genes play in mental abilities and personality?

  They act like a blueprint for mental abilities
• How does the environment affect the expression of genotype?

  It triggers and shapes observable traits.
• If someone has a genotype for anxiety, when might they experience anxiety disorders?

  In high-stress situations.
• How is a genotype similar to a recipe?

  It dictates traits like a recipe dictates dishes
• What types of traits can be determined by genotype?

  Eye color, physical and mental traits
• What factors besides genes influence behavior?

  Environment and personal experiences
• What is the definition of genotype?

  Your entire genetic makeup