An estimation tool can provide a predicted outcome of offspring’s iris pigmentation based on parental genetic information. These predictors typically consider the input of the parents’ and grandparents’ eye colors and apply simplified models of inheritance to generate probabilistic outputs. For example, if both parents have blue irises, the tool might estimate a high probability of the child also having blue irises.
The utility of such a prediction model lies in its ability to satisfy curiosity or provide a basic understanding of inheritance patterns. While not a definitive predictor due to the complex genetic interactions influencing iris pigmentation, it can offer an engaging introduction to the concept of genetic probability. Historically, simpler models were used for educational purposes to demonstrate Mendelian inheritance, but modern estimations incorporate more complex understandings of multiple gene involvement.
