Genetics- 5th grade

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What is genetics?

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Genetics is the study of heredity, which is how traits are passed from parents to their offspring.

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What is an inherited trait?

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An inherited trait is a characteristic that is passed down from parents to their children, such as eye color or hair type.

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What is a dominant trait?

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A dominant trait is a genetic trait that is expressed even if only one copy of the gene is present.

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What is a recessive trait?

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A recessive trait is a genetic trait that is only expressed when two copies of the gene are present.

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What is a Punnett Square?

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A Punnett Square is a tool used to predict the probability of certain traits being inherited.

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What does DNA stand for?

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DNA stands for Deoxyribonucleic Acid, which carries genetic information.

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What is the shape of DNA?

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The shape of DNA is called a Double Helix.

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What is a gene?

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

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What is a chromosome?

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A chromosome is a long strand of DNA that contains many genes.

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What is the difference between genotype and phenotype?

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Genotype refers to the genetic makeup of an organism, while phenotype refers to the observable traits.