Define/Explain the following terms:
$1.$ Genotype
$2.$ Variation

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(N/A) $1.$ Genotype: The genetic constitution or the set of genes present in an organism that determines its specific traits is known as the genotype.
$2.$ Variation: The differences in characteristics or traits observed among individuals of the same species are referred to as variation.

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