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Explain the genetic basis of blood grouping in human populations.

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### Step-by-Step Text Solution: 1. **Introduction to Blood Groups**: Blood groups in humans are an inheritable trait, meaning they can be passed from parents to offspring. 2. **Genetic Basis**: The blood group is determined by specific genes or alleles inherited from the parents. In humans, the blood group is controlled by a gene known as the ABO gene. 3. **Alleles Involved**: The ABO gene has three main alleles: - **IA** (which codes for blood group A) ...
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