Genetics

1. Explain in essay format what is meant by dominant and recessive traits. Please give an example of this from within your own family (human traits that are dominant/ recessive). (Use a punnet square for this trait showing the two parents and 4 possible offspring traits.

2. Look up the Biological explanation of sickle cell anemia. Is this simple dominance and recessive? Explain in detail. WHY is this detrimental? (Include at least 2 current references following APA or any other style you are familiar with for referencing). Now comes the thinking part……WHY is sickle cell even around??????? What is/was its evolutionary significance? WHY????? (include a reference……). I am looking for at least 2 paragraphs to fully cover this WHY part of the question.

Assuming 12 pt font, 1 inch margins all around, double spaced…. Two pages is “short” Three pages should cover it and include references and a punnett square