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A discrete trait is one which can only take a finite number of values (usually integer), such as how many members in your family. A non-integer set might be the answer to your age, in years, calculated to the nearest month.
A continuous trait is one which, IN PRINCIPLE, can take any value. In practice, the measuring instrument and recording will often result in the continuous trait being converted to a discrete one.
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How does the range of phenotype differ between single-gene traits and polygenic traits?
Single gene traits are either one type or another,for example everyone is either (ABO System) group A,B AB or O with no intermediates - this shows discontinuous variation. In polgyenic traits, continuous variation is shown and there is a range with no discrete categories - height
Is IQ discrete or continuous?
IQ is generally considered a discrete variable because it is typically measured using standardized tests that yield specific score values, often in whole numbers. However, the underlying cognitive abilities that IQ tests aim to assess can be viewed as continuous traits, as they exist along a spectrum. Thus, while IQ scores are presented as discrete values, they reflect continuous underlying cognitive constructs.
What is dichotomous trait?
Dichotomous is a trait that separates completely a set of living organisms that belong to the same species. To put it simply an organism either has or it hasn't this trait. This is in contrast with continuous traits where there aren't any discrete categorizations. For example, blood type (A, B or O) are dichotomous traits whereas height, weight, life span and skin color are continuous traits.
Who determined that individual traits are determined by discrete factor' in what year?
20015
What is the difference between where you got your looks from and who you got your looks from?
Looks are personal traits. You can't get personal traits from a location (where). You get them from your parents (who).
Who determined that individual traits are determined by discrete ''factors'' in what year?
20015
What are some examples of discrete traits?
Some examples of discrete traits include blood type (A, B, AB, O), fingerprints patterns (loop, whorl, arch), and tongue rolling ability (can roll tongue or cannot roll tongue). These traits have distinct categories or options with no intermediate forms.
What is one difference between tracing the inheritance of autosomal traits and tracing the inheritance of sex-linked traits?
One key difference is that autosomal traits are located on the autosomes (non-sex chromosomes), while sex-linked traits are located on the sex chromosomes (X or Y). This difference affects how these traits are inherited and expressed, as sex-linked traits show different inheritance patterns among males and females.
What is the difference between ancestral and derived traits in evolutionary biology?
Ancestral traits are characteristics that are inherited from a common ancestor, while derived traits are new characteristics that have evolved in a particular lineage.
What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative traits in a population?
Qualitative traits are characteristics that can be observed and categorized into distinct groups, such as eye color or blood type. Quantitative traits, on the other hand, are traits that can be measured and quantified, such as height or weight.
What is the difference between derived trait and ancestral trait?
Derived traits are traits that appeared in the most recent common ancestor of the group and was passed on to it's decedents. Ancestral traits are inherited directly from the ancestor
What is the difference between two things?
The difference between two things is what traits or characteristics set them apart; why they are different. For example:Water and IceThe difference between water and ice is that water is a liquid and water is not. Another thing is that ice is very cold and water can be warm.
