The observable genetic traits of an individual refers to his or her ____.
A)genotype
B)phenotype
C)locus
D)gene
E)chromosome

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Phenotype refers to the observable traits or characteristics of an individual that are influenced by both genetic and environmental factors. Genotype (A) refers to the genetic makeup of an individual, including all of their genes and alleles. Locus (C) refers to the specific location on a chromosome where a particular gene is located. Gene (D) refers to the functional unit of heredity that contains the instructions for a particular trait. Chromosome (E) refers to the condensed and organized structure of DNA that carries genes.

The Observable Genetic Traits of an Individual Refers to His