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Genotype

The totality of an individual’s genes.

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Phenotype

The actual characteristics of an individual.

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Dominant gene

A gene that influences phenotype.

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Recessive gene

A gene that does not influence phenotype unless two copies are present.

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Incomplete dominance

When a phenotype is influenced primarily but not exclusively by a dominant gene.

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Polygenic inheritance

Inheritance trait determined by the interaction of multiple genes.

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Sex chromosomes

The 23rd pair of chromosomes that determine male (XY) or female (XX).

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Epigenetics

The continuous bidirectional interactions between genes and environment.

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Reaction range

The range of potential expression of a gene determined by environmental conditions.

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Teratogens

Environmental and bodily conditions harmful to prenatal development.

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Chromosomal disorders

Disorders caused by issues during meiosis, resulting in an abnormal number of chromosomes.

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Down Syndrome

A chromosomal disorder caused by an extra chromosome on the 21st pair, leading to cognitive deficits and physical characteristics.

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Infertility

The inability to attain pregnancy after at least a year of regular sexual intercourse without contraception.

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Traditional cultures prenatal care

Reliance on collected wisdom with less access to scientific prenatal care and resources.

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Assisted reproductive technologies (ART)

Medical procedures aimed at resolving infertility, such as IVF and IUI.

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