Genetics/Heredity

Genetics/Heredity

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6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is the phenotype of an organism?

Back

The phenotype is the observable physical or biochemical characteristics of an organism, determined by both genetic makeup and environmental influences.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does DNA stand for?

Back

DNA stands for deoxyribonucleic acid, which is the molecule that carries the genetic instructions for life.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between genotype and phenotype?

Back

Genotype refers to the genetic makeup of an organism, while phenotype refers to the physical expression of those genes.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are dominant and recessive alleles?

Back

Dominant alleles are expressed in the phenotype even if only one copy is present, while recessive alleles are only expressed if two copies are present.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a trait?

Back

A trait is a characteristic or feature of an organism, which can be inherited from its parents.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is heredity?

Back

Heredity is the passing of traits from parents to offspring through genes.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Punnett square?

Back

A Punnett square is a diagram used to predict the outcome of a genetic cross by showing the possible combinations of alleles.

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