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Select the best answer. What term refers to a particular gene that has identical alleles on homologous chromosomes?

When looking at aligned sequences of different species, it is fair to say that sequences with the ________ similarities are the most closely related. Select the best answer. 

Select the best answer.  In gel electrophoresis what term refers to the movement of biomolecules through a matrix or gel?

Select the best answer. In a pedigree a genetic trait that is expressed in only part of the population is referred to as __________________.

Select the best answer. The National Institute of Health created a DNA repository called __________________.

Select the best answer. In order to sequence a DNA strand using Sanger Sequencing, the reaction mixture should contain approximately 5-6%  ___________________.

Select the best answer. If you suspect a trait to be sex-linked, what sort of cross should you perform to confirm your suspicion? 

Select the best answer. When conducting a Dominant Backcross (Aa x AA) the expected genotypic ratio is 1 AA : 1 Aa. This logically follows from: 

Select the best answer. What is a gene inherited in two species from a common ancestor?

Select the best answer. If a trait is X-linked recessive, you would expect the F1 generation from a parental cross where the male is affected in the female is unaffected and homozygous to result in: