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Zygosity determines the genetic makeup of an organism and has significant implications for genetic diseases and inheritance patterns. It is crucial in understanding genetic diversity, which is essential for the adaptability and survival of species. This diversity, measured through heterozygosity, is influenced by factors like admixture and can indicate population health. Genetic variation is assessed by comparing observed and expected heterozygosity, providing insights into evolutionary dynamics.
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Zygosity refers to the similarity or difference of alleles for a specific gene within an organism
Inheritance Patterns
Understanding zygosity helps to predict the inheritance patterns of genetic diseases
Medical Significance
Zygosity is medically significant for genetic counseling and personalized medical treatments
Haploinsufficiency can lead to disorders when a single copy of a gene is not enough for normal function
Heterozygosity is a key indicator of genetic variation within a population
Proportion of Heterozygous Individuals
Heterozygosity can be measured by the proportion of individuals heterozygous at a particular gene locus
Average Proportion of Heterozygous Gene Loci
Heterozygosity can also be measured by the average proportion of heterozygous gene loci within individuals
High levels of heterozygosity suggest a diverse gene pool, which can be beneficial for the adaptability and resilience of a population
Admixture refers to the mixing of different genetic ancestries through interbreeding
Admixture can significantly affect a population's heterozygosity, resulting in high levels of genetic diversity
Admixed populations offer a unique opportunity for genetic research, providing insights into human evolution and disease susceptibility
Geneticists use observed and expected heterozygosity to evaluate genetic diversity
Observed Heterozygosity (Ho)
Observed heterozygosity is calculated by direct observation and genotyping
Expected Heterozygosity (He)
Expected heterozygosity is calculated using the Hardy-Weinberg principle
Discrepancies between observed and expected heterozygosity can provide insights into the evolutionary dynamics of a population
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In the context of human genetics, individuals with two ______ alleles are referred to as ______.
identical
homozygous
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Those with two ______ alleles for a gene are known as ______.
different
heterozygous
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______ occurs when a single gene copy is insufficient for normal function, potentially causing ______.
Haploinsufficiency
disorders
