Science glossary film: Genotype

Genotype

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The genetic make-up of an individual.

The genetic make-up of an individual. This means all the genes present, including recessive alleles that are not expressed and so don't show up as outward characteristics. Your genotype is determined by the genes inherited from both parents. Unless you're an identical twin, your genotype will be unique.

This means all the genes present, including recessive alleles that are not expressed and so don't show up as outward characteristics. Your genotype is determined by the genes inherited from both parents. Unless you're an identical twin, your genotype will be unique.

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