In crosses between mutant mice, you find the following patterns in the genotype for the A locus containing alleles A1, A2, A3 and A4: What would be the best explanation for the inheritance and why?

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Q: In Drosophila,, the curled mutation (cu, chromosome 3, position 50.0) results in wings that curl up,…

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Q: dihybrid cross

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Inheritance and Mendelian Genetics

Inheritance means the passing of traits to offspring from parents. These traits could be passed either through asexual reproduction or sexual reproduction. The offspring receives the genetic material from the parents. Mendelian inheritance is a certain biological inheritance that follows the rules and principles laid down by Gregor Mendel in 1865. The initial hypothesis was considered wrong, but other inheritance theories modified the concept of inheritance and thus genetics.