Explain the difference between a genotype and a phenotype

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Part 1:

1. Explain the difference between a genotype and a phenotype.
2. What are the 3 different ways that trisomy 21 can be expressed?
3. What are the differences and similarities between Klinefelter syndrome and Turner syndrome?
4. Give an example of a recessive genetic disorder.
5. How is an autosomal dominant genetic defect different from a recessive genetic defect?
6. Give an example of an X linked chromosome defect
7. Why are males more susceptible to genetic defects than females?

Part 2:

Read the attached article on Behavioral Phenotypes in the classroom. Summarize the main points of the article. Does this article provide information that would be helpful to special educators in planning individualized interventions based on genetic syndromes? What other information about genetic syndromes and intervention planning might be useful for special educators as you plan interventions? Your summary should be 1.5 to 2 pages in length.

Article: "Behavioural phenotypes and special educational needs: is aetiology important in the classroom?" by C. Reilly.

Part 3:

Identify 1 community resource or internet site that you could share with a family or co-worker if they asked you about specific resources for testing or for information about a specific disability.

Reference no: EM131201132

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