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Differentiate between the terms Phenotype and Genotype.
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| Phenotype | Genotype |
|---|---|
| The phenotype is the observable physical or physiological traits of an organism resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment. | The genotype refers to the genetic makeup of an organism, specifically the alleles or combinations of alleles it possesses for a particular gene or set of genes. |
| It represents the underlying genetic code that contributes to an organism’s traits. | It represents how the genetic information is expressed in the organism. |