A GENE for a trait is the specific part of a chromosome coding for that trait. The segregation of alleles during gamete formation is related to the separation of homologous chromosomes during meiosis. NY Times, Feb 18, 1997. Supertasters Find many sugary foods sickeningly sweet. Saccharine has a strong aftertaste.
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The heterozygote s phenotype is intermediate between the phenotypes of the two parents. The h allele produces an inactive form of this enzyme, so the antigens can t attach themselves to the cell surface. Mendel wrote about 7 traits in pea plants. Pea plants have 7 pairs of chromosomes.