Mendelian Genetics

Mendelian Genetics

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Biology

9th - 10th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Mendelian Genetics?

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Mendelian Genetics is the study of how traits are inherited through the interactions of alleles, based on the principles established by Gregor Mendel.

2.

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Front

What does it mean for a trait to be dominant?

Back

A dominant trait is one that is expressed in the phenotype even when only one copy of the allele is present.

3.

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What does it mean for a trait to be recessive?

Back

A recessive trait is one that is only expressed in the phenotype when two copies of the allele are present.

4.

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Front

What is a Punnett Square?

Back

A Punnett Square is a diagram used to predict the genetic makeup of offspring from a cross between two parents.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Mendel's Law of Segregation?

Back

Mendel's Law of Segregation states that during the formation of gametes, the two alleles for a trait separate from each other.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How many alleles do you inherit from each parent for a specific trait?

Back

You inherit one allele from each parent for a specific trait, making a total of two alleles.

7.

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Front

What is a genotype?

Back

A genotype is the genetic makeup of an organism, represented by the alleles it possesses.

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