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a.
To determine: Calculate a simple recombinant frequency.
Introduction: The frequency of recombination is a measure of the degree to which recombinant types are found following crosses between specific parental types. It is a measure of the likelihood of crossing over events occurring between the two genetic loci being considered during these test crossings.
b.
To determine: The Haldane mapping function and the Perkins formula in their conversions of the RF value into a “corrected” map distance.
Introduction: Haldane’s mapping function was designed to correct for “unseen” crossovers. Since there is the function which attempts to include these multiple crossover events between two genes. Haldane’s mapping function was designed to correct for “unseen” crossovers.
c.
To determine: The discrepancy in the calculated values.
Introduction: Larry Perkins was a Formula One driver from Australia. His Formula 1 career spanned four seasons, making appearances for Amon, Boro, Brabham, Stanley BRM, and Surtees.
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