Heredity & Genetics Practice Set

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What did Gregor Mendel study?

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Gregor Mendel studied how traits are passed from parents to offspring.

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What kind of trait is developed by experience and/or observations?

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An acquired trait is developed by experience and/or observations.

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How many chromosomes does every human body cell have?

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Every human body cell has 46 chromosomes.

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What is the role of RNA in genetics?

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RNA is important for regulating genes, coding genes, and synthesizing proteins.

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What type of genetic disease requires a female to have only one 'bad' copy of a gene to be affected?

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An autosomal dominant genetic disease.

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What is heredity?

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Heredity is the passing of traits from parents to offspring.

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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 difference between an inherited trait and an acquired trait?

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An inherited trait is passed down from parents, while an acquired trait is developed through experience.

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What are chromosomes?

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Chromosomes are structures within cells that contain DNA and carry genetic information.

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What is the function of DNA?

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DNA contains the genetic instructions for the development and function of living organisms.