A wide range of potential expressions of a genetic trait, depending on environmental opportunities and constraints, is called ______.
A) canalization
B) behavioral genetics
C) range of reaction
D) gene-environment correlation

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Range of reaction refers to the concept that a genetic trait may have a wide range of potential expressions depending on environmental opportunities and constraints. Canalization refers to the degree to which a trait is resistant to environmental change. Behavioral genetics is the study of genetic and environmental influences on behaviors. Gene-environment correlation refers to the interplay between genetic factors and environmental experiences.

A Wide Range of Potential Expressions of a Genetic Trait