Virtual Lab: Animal Genetics

Explore the Mendelian Inheritance of Enhanced Muscle Development in Cattle. Discover the gene responsible through linkage analysis and understand how mutations in this gene impact gene expression, leading to the development of double-muscled cattle.

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Learning Objectives

At the end of this simulation, you will be able to:

Elaborate on various inherited characteristics and the patterns by which they are passed down through generations.
Create a pedigree analysis utilizing observed phenotypic traits.
Conduct a genome scan to pinpoint potential genes associated with double muscling in cattle.
Devise a DNA testing method for identifying double muscling in cattle.

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