DNA, Genes & Chromosomes

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What part of the cell contains chromosomes and genes?

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Nucleus

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What are examples of traits?

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Eye color, hair color, having freckles.

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What is a gene?

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A part of the chromosome that carries information and controls a trait.

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What is the relationship between DNA and chromosomes?

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Chromosomes are made of DNA.

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What do genes control?

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The production of proteins.

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What is DNA?

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The molecule that carries genetic information.

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What are chromosomes?

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Structures in the cell nucleus that are made of DNA and proteins.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

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How many chromosomes do humans have?

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Humans typically have 46 chromosomes.

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What is a trait?

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A characteristic or feature of an organism, such as eye color or height.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

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What is the function of the nucleus?

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To store the cell's genetic material and control its activities.