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Complex traits do not follow the restrictions of dominant and recessive like monogenes do, instead they have variations. With these traits each organism can show a different version of the same gene. A simple example would be eye color, if we follow the logic that genes cannot be complex then each person on earth would … Continue reading Complex Traits Blog

GMO or Genetically Modified Organism is a term used to describe an organism whose dna has been manipulated by humans to have certain traits. This goes beyond breeding for certain traits to physically implanting specific genes into organisms DNA from other organisms. USDA Approves GMO Arctic Apples Despite Opposition. (2015, February 13). Retrieved October 1, … Continue reading GMOs

Autosomal recessive and dominant diseases have been a part of our genetic makeup for as long as we have had a genetic make up. Yet they have only recently become part of our understanding our bodies. Though scientists used to state that our traits where what god wanted and there were no rime or reason … Continue reading Identifying Traits of Autosomal Diseases