What is a phenotype of an organism?(1 point)
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a structure that carries genetic information
a structure that carries genetic information
a section of DNA
a section of DNA
an observable trait
an observable trait
a combination of alleles
an observable trait
The correct answer is: an observable trait.
The correct answer is: an observable trait.
To determine the phenotype of an organism, you need to observe and identify its traits or characteristics. A phenotype is the physical or observable expression of an organism's genes. It encompasses traits like eye color, height, hair texture, and other physical and behavioral features. By observing these traits, we can understand the phenotype and its relationship to the underlying genetic makeup, which is encoded in the organism's DNA. However, it is important to note that while the genetic information is responsible for the phenotype, the phenotype itself refers specifically to the observable manifestations of that genetic information.