What does genotype mean?

Genotype is the genetic composition for a particular phenotype. It involves both alleles from both the father and mother. So a genotype of the colour of eyes (blue) could be bb or BB or Bb. 

FA
Answered by Farid A. Biology tutor

4600 Views

See similar Biology GCSE tutors

Related Biology GCSE answers

All answers ▸

how does aveoli allow for a more efficient gas exchange in mammals?


Dead plants decay faster in soil containing earthworms compared with soil containing no earthworms. Explain why.


How can potable water be produced from salt water


Explain how the trunk of an elephant evolved using Darwin's theory of natural selection, and then Lamarck's theory.


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning