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    BIO 301 Class: Gene Interactions

    Instructor: Mr. Mathew

    Introduction
    In this session, we will examine gene interactions, understanding how they differ
    from Mendelian inheritance, and explore interallelic gene interactions along with
    the various types of gene interactions.

    Gene Interactions: An Overview


    Gene interaction refers to a type of non-Mendelian inheritance. Unlike Mendelian
    inheritance, where characters are governed by a single gene, gene interactions
    involve two or more genes influencing a single trait. This concept emerged when it
    was realized that many characters are governed by multiple genes, leading to non-
    Mendelian inheritance patterns.

    Mendelian vs. Non-Mendelian Inheritance


    Mendelian Inheritance:
    Characters are governed by a single gene.

    Non-Mendelian Inheritance:
    Many characters are governed by two or more genes.

    Dihybrid Ratio and Gene Interaction


    Gene interaction modifies the typical dihybrid ratio of 9:3:3:1 observed in
    Mendelian inheritance. This modification occurs because multiple genes interact to
    influence the expression of a single trait.

    Definition of Gene Interaction


    Gene interaction is the phenomenon where two or more genes interact and affect
    each other's expression in the development of a single character in an organism. In
    simple terms, two or more genes contribute to a single phenotype.
    Types of Gene Interactions
    There are two main types of gene interactions:
    1. Intra-allelic Gene Interaction: Interactions between alleles of the same gene.
    2. Inter-allelic Gene Interaction: Interactions between alleles of different genes.

    Intra-allelic Gene Interaction:

    Intra-allelic gene interaction refers to the interaction between the alleles of a single
    gene.

    Inter-allelic Gene Interaction:

    Inter-allelic gene interaction involves the genetic interaction between the alleles of
    one gene with the alleles of another gene.

    Types of Inter-allelic Gene Interactions:

    1. Complementary Gene Interaction:

    - The phenotypic ratio is 9:7.

    2. Supplementary Gene Interaction:

    - The phenotypic ratio is 9:3:4.

    3. Epistasis:

    - Can be dominant or recessive.

    - Dominant Epistasis: The phenotypic ratio is 12:3:1.

    - Recessive Epistasis: The phenotypic ratio is 9:3:4.

    Key Points
    Gene interaction is a non-Mendelian inheritance pattern.
    It involves the interaction of two or more genes to influence a single trait.
    This leads to modifications in the typical dihybrid ratio.
    There are two types of gene interactions: intra-allelic and inter-allelic.
    Conclusion
    In summary, gene interactions represent a complex form of inheritance where
    multiple genes work together to determine a single trait. Understanding these
    interactions provides insight into the complexity of genetic traits beyond the
    simpler Mendelian patterns.

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