106,078 views
43 votes
43 votes
Which of the following accurately contrasts genotype and phenotype?

1. A genotype is traits that are passed on genetically, while a phenotype is traits that are developed environmentally.
2. A genotype is genetic traits that are inherited from the father, while a phenotype is traits passed from the mother.
3. A genotype is genetic traits that cannot be observed, while a phenotype refers to observable traits.
4. A genotype is traits that are not predictable, while a phenotype refers to traits that can be predicted.

User Dmitriy Yerchick
by
2.2k points

1 Answer

14 votes
14 votes

Answer:

3.

Step-by-step explanation:

genotypes are traits embedded in the genes that cannot be observed whilst, a phenotypes are traits that are physically displayed by the body and therefore, can be observed.

example,

genetic factor - brown colored eyes.

connotation for the gene - B

Genotype - BB.

phenotype - brown colored iris.

hope it helps. :)

User Vpelletier
by
2.6k points