Synopsis
A simple, illustrated explanation of how dominant and recessive genes determine characteristics in animals.
- Programme: Short Circuit
- Episode: Programmes 1-3
- Channel: BBC Two
- Broadcast year: 2008
- Biology | Reproduction, genetics and evolution | Genetic Inheritance
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