Genetics

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What is genetics?

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Genetics is the branch of biology that deals with the transmission of inherited traits from one generation to another.

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Which feature is NOT inherited?

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Tattoo is not inherited.

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What are alleles?

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Alleles are different forms of a gene that can exist at a specific locus on a chromosome.

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What is heredity?

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Heredity is the passing on of traits and behaviors from parents to their offspring.

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What are recessive genes?

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Recessive genes are weak genes that prefer to 'hide' and are only expressed when two copies are present.

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What is a dominant gene?

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A dominant gene is a gene that expresses its trait even when only one copy is present.

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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 DNA?

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DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is the molecule that carries the genetic instructions for life.

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What is a Punnett Square?

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A Punnett Square is a diagram used to predict the outcome of a genetic cross.

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What is a phenotype?

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A phenotype is the observable physical or biochemical characteristics of an organism.