Question

Draw the symbols used for male, female, mating and consanguineous mating in human pedigree analysis.

Hint:

Always remember: Square = Male, Circle = Female, Single line = Marriage, Double line = Consanguineous marriage.

Answer 1

Step 1: Pedigree symbols.
- Male → Square (□)
- Female → Circle (○)
- Mating → Horizontal line connecting male and female
- Consanguineous mating → Double horizontal line connecting male and female
Step 2: Importance.
Pedigree analysis helps in tracing inheritance of traits and genetic disorders across generations.