12.1.1. Outline the role of genes in the inheritance of human characteristics. Questionbank

Traits like VO2 max and height are inherited and cannot be altered by environmental influence.

Traits like VO2 max and height are not inherited but rely on environmental influence to reach their full potential.

Phenotypic expression or human characteristics cannot be determined by genotype.

The number of possible outcomes for human characteristics is limited due to the contribution from only two parents.

Children inherit all of their genes from their mother.

All human characteristics are expressed developmentally.

Some characteristics require an environmental switch.

Genotypes are determined by phenotypes.

All genes are switched on at birth

Some genes are influenced by external factors

All genes are influenced by internal factors

A single gene can predict athletic performance

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