Genetics Flashcard Vocab

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Principle of dominance?

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The dominant gene always shows up.

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Principle of segregation?

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Genes separate into different gametes.

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Genotype?

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The genetic makeup of an organism.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

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Phenotype?

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Outward appearance of an organism.

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Can different genotypes have the same phenotype?

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Yes

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

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First Filial Generation (F1)

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Offspring from the parental cross

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

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Second Filial Generation (F2)

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Offspring from two F1 crosses

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Recessive gene:

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Not expressed unless pure.

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Parental generation (P1)

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The group of organisms used to make the first cross.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

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Hybrid organism?

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An organism that is not pure.