Genetics Vocabulary

Genetics Vocabulary

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Biology

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Mutation

Back

A change in the DNA sequence that can lead to variations in traits or characteristics in an organism.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Homozygous

Back

Having two identical alleles for a particular gene (e.g., TT or tt).

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Heterozygous

Back

Having two different alleles for a particular gene (e.g., Tt).

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Incomplete Dominance

Back

A genetic situation where one allele does not completely dominate another, resulting in a blended phenotype (e.g., red and white flowers producing pink flowers).

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Codominance

Back

A genetic situation where both alleles in a heterozygote are fully expressed, resulting in offspring with a phenotype that is neither dominant nor recessive (e.g., AB blood type).

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Genetic Diversity

Back

The total number of genetic characteristics in the genetic makeup of a species, which contributes to variations in traits.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Genome

Back

All of an organism's genetic material, including all of its genes.

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