Question
Why is pedigree analysis done in the study of human genetics? State the conclusions that can be drawn from it.
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Answer
- Control crosses are not possible in case of humans beings.
- Analysis of traits in several generations of a family/To trace pattern of inheritance/Whether the trait is dominant or recessive/sex-linked or not.
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