For a recessive gene to be expressed in the phenotype,it must be paired with a ____.

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A recessive gene will only be expressed in the phenotype if it is paired with another recessive gene, as it requires two copies of the gene for its expression to be visible. If paired with a dominant gene, the dominant gene will be expressed instead. An expressed gene or a controller gene may or may not be involved in the expression of the recessive gene, as it depends on the specific genetic interactions involved.

For a Recessive Gene to Be Expressed in the Phenotype,it