Mastery Flashcard: Chromosome Theory

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What part of the cell contains chromosomes and genes?

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Nucleus

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What is the structure of a DNA molecule?

Back

Double helix

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Where does translation occur in the cell?

Back

Cytoplasm

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What is a segment of DNA that determines the inheritance of a trait?

Back

Gene

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What type of information does DNA carry?

Back

Genetic information

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

Back

It houses the cell's chromosomes and controls cellular activities.

Front

What are chromosomes made of?

Back

DNA and proteins

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What is the role of ribosomes in the cell?

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They are the site of protein synthesis.

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What is an allele?

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A variant form of a gene.

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What is heredity?

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The passing of traits from parents to offspring.