**Title: Genetics of Shorthorn Cattle: Understanding Roan Color Inheritance**In Shorthorn cows, neither the red-haired gene (R) nor the white-haired gene (r) is dominant. A hybrid cow displays a roan color. This educational module explores the genetics behind this phenomenon using a Punnett square analysis.### Genetic Cross Overview- **Scenario**: A pure red cow is crossed with a pure white bull.- **Objective**: Determine the possible genotypes and phenotypes of their offspring and the likelihood of each.### Punnett SquareThe central diagram is a Punnett square, which illustrates the genetic cross between the Dam (female) and the Sire (male). - **Rows (Dam's alleles)**: R (red-haired gene)- **Columns (Sire's alleles)**: r (white-haired gene)The cells within the Punnett square represent potential genotypes for the offspring.### Results: Genotypes and Phenotypes**1. Genotype Table:**| **Genotype** | **% Chance in Offspring** ||--------------|---------------------------|| Rr | || rr | |**2. Phenotype Table:**| **Phenotype** | **% Chance in Offspring** ||---------------|---------------------------|| Roan | || White | |### ConclusionBy understanding the basic principles of genetics displayed in this exercise, students can predict the inheritance of physical traits in cattle, specifically focusing on how the roan color emerges in Shorthorn cows through a blend of red and white-haired genes.

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Description: **Title: Genetics of Shorthorn Cattle: Understanding Roan Color Inheritance**In Shorthorn cows, neither the red-haired gene (R) nor the white-haired gene (r) is dominant. A hybrid cow displays a roan color. This educational module explores the genet