LS.12 Genetics

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Where is DNA located in a eukaryotic cell?

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DNA is located in the nucleus of a eukaryotic cell.

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What is the condensed form of DNA called?

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The condensed form of DNA is called a chromosome.

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How are genes passed from parents to offspring?

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Genes are passed from parents to offspring on chromosomes.

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Who is known as the father of modern genetics?

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Gregor Mendel is known as the father of modern genetics.

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What is another word for homozygous?

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Another word for homozygous is purebred.

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What is a gene?

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A gene is a segment of DNA that contains the instructions for building a specific protein.

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What is the role of chromosomes in genetics?

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Chromosomes carry genetic information and are made up of DNA.

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What is the difference between genotype and phenotype?

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Genotype refers to the genetic makeup of an organism, while phenotype refers to the observable traits.

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What is an allele?

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An allele is a variant form of a gene that can result in different traits.

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What does it mean to be heterozygous?

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Being heterozygous means having two different alleles for a specific gene.