Genetics
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5th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is genetics?
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Genetics is the study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does DNA stand for?
Back
DNA stands for Deoxyribonucleic Acid, which carries genetic information.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are genes?
Back
Genes are segments of DNA that contain the instructions for building proteins, which determine traits.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a trait?
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A trait is a characteristic or feature of an organism, such as eye color or height.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is heredity?
Back
Heredity is the passing of traits from parents to offspring.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?
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The nucleus is the control center of the cell that contains DNA and regulates gene expression.
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