Understanding Biology Hardy–Weinberg Recessive Homozygote
How we calculate. Expected aa (recessive homozygote) frequency = q². See our methodology and accuracy policy .
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What is Biology Hardy–Weinberg Recessive Homozygote?
Complements Wave 1 2pq and Wave 2 p². Distinct from carrier frequency 2pq.
- q between 0 and 1
- HW teaching model
- Phenotype share only if complete penetrance
The Formula
Worked Example
Common Use Cases
- Homework: recessive phenotypes
- Study: pair with p² and 2pq
- Lab: expected aa share
Pro Tips
- Pair with Wave 1 2pq
- q is not q²
- Freeze locus definition
| Scenario | When to use |
|---|---|
| Percent of a number | Finding a part of a whole (tax, tip, score) |
| Percent change | Comparing old vs new values |
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Common mistakes
- Swapping part and whole: The denominator must be the full total, not a subset.
- Rounding too early: Carry extra decimal places through multi-step work before rounding the final percent.
- Mixing percent and decimal forms: Enter rates in the format the calculator labels expect.
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Authoritative References
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- OpenStax Biology — free textbook reference
- Khan Academy Biology — introductory explainers
- Nature Scitable — genetics and cell biology context