Definition of Phenotype
the physical appearance of an organism resulting from its genetic makeup and environmental influence
Examples of Phenotype in a sentence
In the lab, we studied the effect of the weather on an albino mouse’s phenotype to see if the creature’s outward appearance changed. 🔊
The chameleon is able to alter its phenotype to blend into its surroundings. 🔊
In the advertisement, the rancher described his bull’s phenotype as massive and tough. 🔊
The woman is hoping to adopt a child who shares her phenotype of blonde hair and blue eyes. 🔊
As a result of breeding, the giraffe’s phenotype has changed from a mammal with a short neck to a mammal with an extended neck. 🔊
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