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You recently adopted a cat/puppy from a local shelter. What are some examples of at least THREE phenotypes it might have inherited from its parents, and what is at least ONE example of a genotype it might have inherited that ISN’T also a phenotype?

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Genotype - refers to the genetic characteristics

Genotype examples - intolerance, allergies, ex…

Phenotype - refers to the physical characteristics or they also be measured in a laboratory

Phenotype examples - levels of blood cells, levels of hormones, any physical trait like height, hair color, ex…

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