What "dominant" and "recessive" traits REALLY mean

The terms "dominant" and "recessive" can make inheritance seem confusing. Here's a new perspective on "dominant" and "recessive" alleles that might clear up that confusion. As an example, we're using variants of the HBB gene. Let's look at the proteins produced by variants of the HBB gene to learn more about what we're really talking about when we call a trait "dominant" or "recessive." We'll look at malaria resistance, sickle cell disease, and production of beta-globin protein. Explore more about basic genetics and inheritance at https://learn.genetics.utah.edu/conte... Teachers - Find ideas and resources for teaching about this concept, and other concepts about genetics and inheritance, here: https://teach.genetics.utah.edu/conte... Help the Genetic Science Learning Center keep making high-quality educational activities, provided at no cost, by donating here: https://ugive.app.utah.edu/designatio... Select "Create Custom Gift" and include in the notes that you'd like your gift to go to the Genetic Science Learning Center.