Question

What is phenotype? Give example.

Answer 1

Phenotype:

1. Phenotype refers to the set of observable characteristics of an individual which are the product of genes present, resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.
2. An organism's phenotype is determined by its genotype.
3. For example, Height, skin color, eye color, presence or absence of enzyme, the color of a flower, stem height, etc., are phenotypic traits.

Environmental factors affecting phenotype:

1. Diet
2. Temperature
3. Humidity
4. Light cycle
5. Presence of mutagens