Author Question: Which of the following establishes descent group membership exclusively through the male or the ... (Read 47 times)

NguyenJ

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 516
Which of the following establishes descent group membership exclusively through the male or the female line?
 
  a. bilineal descent
 b. matrilineal descent
  c. kinship
 d. unilineal descent

Question 2

Explain Mendel's principle of independent assortment.
 
  What will be an ideal response?



al

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 344
Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

It is the principle which argues that the distribution of one pair of alleles into gametes does not the
influence the distribution of another pair. Genes controlling different traits are assorted separately.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question


 

Did you know?

More than one-third of adult Americans are obese. Diseases that kill the largest number of people annually, such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes, stroke, and hypertension, can be attributed to diet.

Did you know?

Cutaneous mucormycosis is a rare fungal infection that has been fatal in at least 29% of cases, and in as many as 83% of cases, depending on the patient's health prior to infection. It has occurred often after natural disasters such as tornados, and early treatment is essential.

Did you know?

Hippocrates noted that blood separates into four differently colored liquids when removed from the body and examined: a pure red liquid mixed with white liquid material with a yellow-colored froth at the top and a black substance that settles underneath; he named these the four humors (for blood, phlegm, yellow bile, and black bile).

Did you know?

On average, the stomach produces 2 L of hydrochloric acid per day.

Did you know?

Individuals are never “cured” of addictions. Instead, they learn how to manage their disease to lead healthy, balanced lives.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library