Genetic correlation refers to the sharing of genetic influences between two traits or characteristics. It is a measure of the extent to which the genetic factors that affect one trait also affect another. Genetic correlation can be understood in the context of how genes contribute to variations in traits within a population. Key points about genetic correlation include: 1. **Quantitative Trait Locus (QTL)**: Genetic correlation often arises because certain genes (or sets of genes) influence multiple traits.
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