Articles related to "Recessive Gene"



The Balinese, a Cat of Grace and Poise
This month's article is about the Balinese cat. The Balinese was created by mistake. Long haired Siameses appeared in litters of Siamese cats. Thus the Balinese was born. Read on and find out more about this fascinating cat.
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Why are Some Tigers White?
White tigers are rare, beautiful creatures that are almost non-existent in the wild. So where do these tigers come from, and why are they white?
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Hellebores - Part 4
This week, I've got a special treat for you. Graham Birkin, a hellebore breeder in the UK, has lent me slides of some of his plants to share with you. There are a lot of them, and I've made some a bit larger than usual, so please be patient while they load.
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Albinism: An Introduction
Weighing albinism's psychic impact is as vital to understanding the human aspect of this genetic condition as isolating the genes that cause it.
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Breeding Your Dog, Part 1
The Genetics of dog breeding.
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CHOOSING BREEDING STOCK
This article in our series on Breeding covers the all important topic of breeding stock - what to look for in a brood bitch and how to go about choosing a suitable stud dog.
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Cystic Fibrosis
Explains how one acquires Cystic Fibrosis as well as characteristics of the disease. It also explains that the disease is not contagious and is inherited genetically.
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Marrying Cousins
When cousins marry, especially first cousins, your tree can have a few connected branches. Learn more about why cousins marry and why they shouldn't.
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Rare White Lion Cubs Born
White lions are extinct in the wild, and only a small number exist on a South African Nature Reserve and various zoos around the world.
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What Causes Cystic Fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is an inherited disorder caused by a defect in the CFTR gene. Learn what causes cystic fibrosis and how it is inherited.
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Rare Albino and White Animals
There are distinct differences between albino animals and those that are "white," and there are specific traits to look for in order to distinguish these rare conditions.
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Cornish Rex Cat Breed Profile
Cornish Rex cats are known for their curious, mischievous personalities, high intelligence, and short curly fur.
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THE SPIRIT BEAR
The Spirit Bear of British Columbia's rainforest is in danger of extinction. These bears are not a cousin to the polar bear, or an albino. It is a sub-species of the black bear and it is in danger of extinction because of man's greed.
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Breeding Your Dog, Part 2
Health checkups and temperament evaluations before breeding.
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Understanding Dominant and Recessive Traits
Understanding the differences between a dominant and recessive trait and the functions of alleles is important to knowing how basic genetic inheritance works.
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The Rare Kermode Bear
Information about the Great Spirit Bears of Canada.
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The Difference between White and Gray Horses
To the unknowing observer, a truly gray horse will appear to be white. Learn how to distinguish between whites and grays.
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Horse Facial Markings
Horse facial markings are one way to distinguish same-colored horses from one another and to follow distinctive color patterns.
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Introduction to Classical Genetics
Classical genetics is the oldest field within genetic science, and an essential foundation for several other disciplines.
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Science on the Loose by Helaine Becker
Looking to make science fun for kids? This latest activity book is a great choice for teachers and homeschooling parents.
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The Sphynx Cat
The almost hairless Sphynx cat is often considered ugly and unnatural, but it does not cause allergic responses in those sensitive to cat fur.
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Antebellum Trivia
Interesting bits of history from everyday life in antebellum Louisiana.
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Ataxia in the Cajun Gene Pool
Ataxia is a hereditary "shark" in the gene pool of the Cajun population.
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Basic Genetics Terms for Beginners
Those new to the field of genetics may feel baffled by terminology such as "alleles", "autosomal chromosomes" and "genotype".
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Book Review: Sixty-Five Roses
Heather Summerhayes Cariou bravely shares her family's touching story of how they struggled to remain normal with her sister Pam's disease, Cystic Fibrosis.
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Spirit Bears
The ghostly spirit bear that roams the rainforest of Western Canada has fascinated humans for centuries.
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Tiger Troubles
A description of the troubles Tigers have in a world intent upon their destruction.
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Understanding Genetic Consultation
A genetic consultation can offer information and support for those who have or are at risk to genetic disorder.
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What Are the Implications of Finding a Gay Gene?
Finding a genetic cause for homosexuality, a "gay gene", could pose serious global human rights questions as it becomes possible to identify a gay child prenatally.
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Taking the Hybridizer's Path
Listen in to some thoughts from Darrel Apps a noted daylily hybridizer
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