Amplify online traits and reproductions vocab flashcard

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Definition of Homozygous

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Having gene versions that are the same.

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What's the definition for protein?

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A type of large molecule that performs important functions inside living things.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-1

NGSS.HS-LS1-6

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Definition of Heterozygous

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Having gene versions that are different.

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Definition of mutation

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A random change to a gene that sometimes results in a new trait.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

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What is the definition of function?

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How something works.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

NGSS.MS-LS1-3

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What is a gene?

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A specific form of DNA that contains instructions for making proteins.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

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What is a trait?

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A characteristic that can be passed from parents to offspring.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

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What does it mean to inherit?

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To receive genetic information from parents.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

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What is a chromosome?

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A structure made of DNA that contains many genes.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

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What is DNA?

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The molecule that carries genetic information in living organisms.