A pedigree chart is used to track inherited traits through generations.
A pedigree chart is a visual tool that represents the inheritance patterns of specific traits or genetic conditions within a family. It helps to trace the occurrence of traits, diseases, or genetic conditions across multiple generations by depicting the relationships between individuals and their affected or unaffected status.
Pedigree charts are commonly used in genetics and genetic counseling to analyze patterns of inheritance, identify carriers of genetic disorders, determine the probability of passing on certain traits or diseases, and study the transmission of traits within families. By examining the patterns of inheritance in a pedigree chart, one can gain insights into the mode of inheritance, such as autosomal dominant, autosomal recessive, or X-linked inheritance, and make predictions about the likelihood of certain traits or conditions appearing in future generations.