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Phenotype Genotype

Phenotype
Genotype
i.              Phenotype refers to the outward appearance of an individual such as shape, colour, sex, etc.
ii.            Phenotype can be observed directly in an individual.
iii.           Individuals resembling each other may or may not have the same genotype.
iv.           The phenotypic ratio obtained in the F2 generation of a monohybrid cross is 3:1.
i.              Genotype refers to the genetic composition of an individual.
ii.            Genotype can be determined from ancestry of an individual.
iii.           Individuals possessing the same genotype usually have the same phenotypic expression.
iv.           The genotypic ratio obtained in the F2 generation of a monohybrid cross is 1:2:1.