REVIEW Genetic and Environmental Factors Influencing Growth Flashcard

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What is the interaction between genetic makeup and environmental factors in determining height?

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Genetics set the potential for height, while environmental factors such as nutrition can influence whether this potential is reached.

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Which of the following is NOT a genetic factor?

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Language spoken.

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How does pollution affect the growth of organisms in an ecosystem?

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By decreasing their growth rate or causing mutations.

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What is the study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics called?

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Genetics.

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Give an example of an inherited trait in humans.

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Eye color.

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What are genetic factors?

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Characteristics determined by genes, such as hair color, blood type, and eye color.

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What are environmental factors?

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External influences that can affect growth and development, such as nutrition, pollution, and climate.

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How can nutrition influence growth?

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Proper nutrition provides the necessary nutrients for growth and can help individuals reach their genetic potential.

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What is heredity?

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The passing of traits from parents to offspring through genes.

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What is a mutation?

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A change in the DNA sequence that can lead to changes in traits or characteristics.

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