Phenotypic
Phenotypic
Phenotypic (pronunciation: /fiːnəˈtɪpɪk/) refers to the observable physical or biochemical characteristics of an organism, as determined by both genetic makeup and environmental influences. The term is derived from the Greek words "phainein" (to show) and "typos" (type).
Etymology
The term "phenotypic" is derived from the Greek words "phainein," which means "to show," and "typos," which means "type." It was first used in the context of genetics in the early 20th century.
Related Terms
- Genotype: The genetic constitution of an individual organism.
- Genetics: The study of genes, genetic variation, and heredity in living organisms.
- Phenotype: The set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.
- Mendelian inheritance: The manner by which genes and traits are passed from parents to their children.
- Epigenetics: The study of changes in organisms caused by modification of gene expression rather than alteration of the genetic code itself.
See Also
- Molecular genetics
- Population genetics
- Quantitative genetics
- Genomic imprinting
- Pleiotropy
- Polygenic inheritance
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Phenotypic
- Wikipedia's article - Phenotypic
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