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The Amoeba Sisters: Alleles and Genes

8 minutes 37 seconds

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Cartoon of a purple amoeba looking up at a spiraling double helix while a pink amoeba looks toward the viewer from the opposite side. Title card reads, "Alleles and Genes."

The Amoeba Sisters discuss the terms "gene" and "allele" in context of a gene involved in PTC (phenylthiocarbamide) taste sensitivity. Note: As mentioned throughout the video, the ability to taste PTC may be more complex than a single gene trait. Part of "The Amoeba Sisters" series.

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Runtime: 8 minutes 37 seconds

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