The characteristics of a(n)________ allele are usually not reflected in a person's phenotype unless that person is homozygous for that trait.

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A recessive allele is only expressed in the phenotype of an individual if they are homozygous for that trait, meaning they have two copies of the recessive allele. If an individual only has one copy of the recessive allele and one dominant allele, the dominant allele will be expressed in the phenotype, masking the presence of the recessive allele. Dominant alleles, on the other hand, are expressed in the phenotype even if an individual only has one copy of the allele. "Alternate" and "enzymatic" are not terms used to describe alleles.

The Characteristics of A(n)________ Allele Are Usually Not Reflected in a Person's