Albino Alligators Part 1: Genotypes and Phenotypes

Come investigate heredity using the American alligator to help you understand many of the terms and ideas associated with the passing on of genetic traits from parent to offspring, in this interactive tutorial. 
Resource ID#: 196297 Type: Original Student Tutorial
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Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 7
Intended Audience: Students
Keywords: Heredity, Genetics, homozygous, heterozygous, genotype, phenotype, Punnett Square, alleles, sexual reproduction, dominant, recessive, genetic traits, inheritance
Resource Collection: Original Student Tutorials Science - Grades K-8

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