phenotype
/ˈfiːnə(ʊ)tʌɪp
/noun Biology
The set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.Plasticity is the property of a given genotype to produce different phenotypes depending on the environment....
- For a parent with observed phenotypes, its actual genotypes can be inferred similarly.
- A classic forward genetics approach relies on the identification of observable mutant phenotypes.
Origin
Early 20th century: from German Phaenotypus (see pheno-, type).
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