Genetics- 5th grade

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What is a dominant trait?

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A dominant trait is a characteristic that is more likely to be expressed in an offspring when at least one parent carries the gene for that trait.

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What are inherited traits?

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Inherited traits are personal characteristics passed from parents to offspring, such as eye color, hair type, and dimples.

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What is genetics?

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Genetics is the study of heredity and how traits are passed from parents to their children.

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What is a recessive trait?

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A recessive trait is a characteristic that is only expressed when both parents pass on the gene for that trait.

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Can offspring have a trait that neither parent has?

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Yes, offspring can inherit traits that are not visible in either parent due to recessive genes.

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What is a gene?

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A gene is a segment of DNA that contains the instructions for a specific trait.

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What is the difference between dominant and recessive traits?

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Dominant traits are expressed when at least one dominant allele is present, while recessive traits are only expressed when two recessive alleles are present.

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What are some examples of inherited traits?

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Examples of inherited traits include eye color, hair color, height, and certain diseases.

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What does it mean if a trait is 'inherited'?

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If a trait is inherited, it means it is passed down from parents to their offspring through genes.

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What is the role of DNA in genetics?

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DNA carries the genetic information that determines the traits of an organism.