Zoology-Origin of Life
NEET Zoology Origin of Life MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Easy-Class 12
Consider a diagram that shows a binomial expansion in genetics where p and q represent allele frequencies. Which equation describes the frequency of heterozygous individuals in a population?

A
p^2 + 2pq + q^2 = 1
B
2pq
C
p^2
D
q^2
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
In the Hardy-Weinberg principle, the frequency of heterozygous individuals (Aa) is represented by 2pq.
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