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In Biology / High School | 2014-03-03

How might a scientist determine whether a trait is sex-linked by observing the offspring of several genetic crosses?

Asked by Achristian99

Answer (2)

They use Punnett squares to determine the sex traits or possibilities of having a boy or girl. They also determine the sex linked trait or the genes.

Answered by Anonymous | 2024-06-10

To determine whether a trait is sex-linked, scientists perform reciprocal crosses between males and females with different phenotypes and observe the offspring. If the male and female offspring show different patterns of inheritance, this suggests the trait may be sex-linked, particularly if the phenotypes can be explained using Punnett squares. Analyzing the F1 and F2 generations allows scientists to draw conclusions about the inheritance of the trait.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2024-12-16

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