For each of the following genetic topics, indicate whether it focuses on transmission genetics, molecular genetics, genomics, or population genetics. Use all lower case for answers: a. analysis of pedigree to determine the probability of someone inheriting a trait b. study of the genetic history of people on a small island to determine why a genetic form of asthma is so prevalent c. the influence of environment on the expression of a gene d. comparing the genomes of monkeys with those of human beings e. mechanisms that ensure a high degree of accuracy during DNA replication

a. analysis of pedigree to determine the probability of someone inheriting a trait - transmission genetics

b. study of the genetic history of people on a small island to determine why a genetic form of asthma is so prevalent - population genetics

c. the influence of environment on the expression of a gene - molecular genetics

d. comparing the genomes of monkeys with those of human beings - genomics

e. mechanisms that ensure a high degree of accuracy during DNA replication - molecular genetics

• Transmission genetics, also known as classical genetics, involves the study of inheritance of traits as they are passed down from one generation to the next. It often involves the analysis of pedigrees to determine patterns of inheritance and predict the likelihood of offspring inheriting certain traits.
• Molecular genetics is the study of the structure and function of genes at a molecular level and involves understanding how genetic information is transferred, how it directs the growth and development of cells, and how it can be altered. The influence of environment on gene expression and the mechanisms of DNA replication are topics within this field.
• Genomics is the study of the entirety of an organism’s genetic information, known as its genome. It involves comparing the genomes of different species (like monkeys and humans) to understand evolutionary relationships and genetic variation within and between species.
• Population genetics combines the principles of genetics and Darwin's theory of natural selection to understand how genetic variation affects population dynamics over time. It can be used to study the genetic history of a specific population to determine the prevalence and distribution of genetic traits, such as a genetic form of asthma.