The observable outward manifestation of the genes of an individual is referred to as its
A)blueprint.
B)genotype.
C)phenotype.
D)genetic map.
E)pedigree.

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Phenotype refers to the physical characteristics, behaviors, and traits that are observable or measurable in an individual, which are determined by the interaction of the individual's genotype (its genetic makeup) and the environment. The blueprint, genetic map, and pedigree refer to different ways of representing or understanding an individual's genetic information, but they do not directly describe the outward manifestation of that information.

The Observable Outward Manifestation of the Genes of an Individual