The pedigree below tracks a genetic abnormality through five generations of a family tree. The trait, polydactyly, is characterized by extra fingers (left), toes, or both. The pedigree shows the number of fingers on each hand in black; toes in each foot, in red. (Appears black in pedigree chart) ( please solve a-c: thank you!) a) using the pedigree, describe the genotypes of the parents for the trait polydactyl in generation I.b) explain how humans are able to produce gametes that are haploid.c) according to the pedigree, explain the inheritance pattern of the genetic abnormality polydactyly. **Pedigree Analysis for Genetic Abnormality: Polydactyly**1. **Overview:** The pedigree below tracks a genetic abnormality through five generations, characterized by extra fingers (left), toes, or both. The pedigree shows the number of extra digits beyond five on each hand, in red.2. **Pedigree Symbols:** - **Square:** Male - **Circle:** Female - **Diamond:** Unknown gender - **Horizontal Line between Square and Circle:** Marriage/mating - **Filled Shape:** Individual with the trait being studied - **Empty Shape with Line:** Offspring - **Generations:** Indicated by Roman numerals (I, II, III, IV, V)3. **Pedigree Details:** - The pedigree diagram spans five generations labeled I to V. - Certain individuals are filled in black, indicating they express the genetic trait. - There are notes such as "Gene not expressed in this carrier" indicating that the individual carries the gene but does not express the trait. - Lines connect the symbols to demonstrate familial relationships.4. **X-Ray Image:** - Below the pedigree diagram is an X-ray image of a hand exhibiting polydactyly, showing an extra digit.This educational resource helps students analyze genetic inheritance patterns and understand the symbolism used in pedigree charts for studying family genetics.

Name: The pedigree below tracks a genetic abnormality through five generatio
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Description: The pedigree below tracks a genetic abnormality through five generations of a family tree. The trait, polydactyly, is characterized by extra fingers (left), toes, or both. The pedigree shows the number of fingers on each hand in black; toes in each f