Problem Description:
The task involves using the data provided in Table 1 to write the genotype that corresponds to a specific phenotype description. The table lists various traits of pea plants, their symbols, and the genotypes associated with different phenotypes.
Solution Approach:
To solve this problem, we need to:
1. Understand the relationship between genotypes and phenotypes as described in the table.
2. Identify the specific phenotype for which we need to determine the genotype.
3. Use the information from the table to match the phenotype to its corresponding genotype.
Since the image or specific phenotype is not directly provided in the text, I will demonstrate how to use the table to find the genotype for a given phenotype. Let's assume we are tasked with finding the genotype for the following phenotype:
Phenotype: Short stem height
Step-by-Step Solution:
#### 1. Identify the Phenotype in the Table:
From the table, we can see that "Stem Height" is one of the traits listed. The phenotypes for stem height are:
-
Tall (T): Dominant allele
-
Short (t): Recessive allele
#### 2. Match the Phenotype to the Genotype:
The phenotype "Short stem height" corresponds to the recessive trait. According to Mendelian genetics:
- A recessive trait is expressed when the organism has two copies of the recessive allele.
- Therefore, the genotype for "Short stem height" must be
tt.
#### 3. Verify Using the Table:
In the table, the row for "Stem Height" shows:
-
Tall: Genotype = TT or Tt
-
Short: Genotype = tt
This confirms that the genotype for "Short stem height" is indeed
tt.
Final Answer:
The genotype corresponding to the phenotype "Short stem height" is:
\[
\boxed{tt}
\]
General Explanation:
If you have a different phenotype in mind, you can follow the same steps:
1. Identify the trait in the table.
2. Determine whether the phenotype is dominant or recessive.
3. Use the table to find the corresponding genotype.
If you provide a specific phenotype, I can repeat this process to find the exact genotype. Let me know!
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of genotype phenotype worksheet.