For any trait such as eye colorthere are different forms of certain proteins to create the different that particular traitEach form is called an allele and one will come from the father and the other will come from the mother When each of the come together , they create a genotype , or the genetic makeup of that offspring which is represented by letters (GGGgor gg for example ). The genotype combination is expressed as the physical as a result and is called a phenotype . Questions 7-11: FirstExamine the pictures of the monster below Then: Complete the multiple choice box to pick whether the phenotypes of the monster are either dominant or recessive based on the gene, or allele, description provided Hint: While looking at each description, ask yourself, "Does the monster have or?

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7. Gene description: The monster has red eyes (represented by the genotype RR).
Multiple choice: Dominant or recessive?
Answer: Dominant

8. Gene description: The monster has purple fur (represented by the genotype pp).
Multiple choice: Dominant or recessive?
Answer: Recessive

9. Gene description: The monster has sharp teeth (represented by the genotype TT).
Multiple choice: Dominant or recessive?
Answer: Dominant

10. Gene description: The monster has long claws (represented by the genotype CC).
Multiple choice: Dominant or recessive?
Answer: Dominant

11. Gene description: The monster has wings (represented by the genotype ww).
Multiple choice: Dominant or recessive?
Answer: Recessive