Genetics Review

Genetics Review

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Science

5th Grade

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is genetics?

Back

Genetics is the study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are genes?

Back

Genes are segments of DNA that carry the instructions for making proteins, which determine traits.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is heredity?

Back

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

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a trait?

Back

A trait is a characteristic or feature of an organism, such as eye color or height.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between inherited traits and learned behaviors?

Back

Inherited traits are passed down from parents, while learned behaviors are acquired through experience.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is variation in genetics?

Back

Variation refers to the differences in traits among individuals in a population.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a dominant trait?

Back

A dominant trait is a trait that will appear in the offspring if one of the parents contributes it.

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