Inheritance mapping

Inheritance mapping refers to the way genetic traits are passed down from parents to offspring. It involves studying patterns of inheritance to understand how specific characteristics, such as eye color or disease susceptibility, are inherited through generations. Scientists use this information to identify which genes are responsible for certain traits and to predict the likelihood of these traits appearing in future generations. By analyzing family trees and genetic data, researchers can create models that illustrate how traits are passed on, contributing to fields like genetics, medicine, and evolutionary biology.