Question

In genetics, what is the difference between a “continuous” and a “discontinuous” characteristic? Provide an example of each.

Answer 1

The continuous characteristics are those traits that show displays a range of expressions. These traits are under the polygenic control and subject to substantial environmental influence. These are also called Quantitative traits. The example of continuous trait is height, weight, etc. The discontinuous characteristics are the characteristics that are determined by different alleles at a single locus. An example is the shape of garden peas that is either wrinkled or smooth.