Unit Assessment

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What is DNA replication?

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The process by which a cell makes an exact copy of its DNA, resulting in two DNA molecules, each containing one original and one new strand.

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What does a dominant gene represent in a Punnett Square?

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A dominant gene is represented by a capital letter (e.g., Y).

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What was Gregor Mendel's first conclusion about inheritance?

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Mendel concluded that pea plants inherit a pair of genetic instructions from both parents.

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What organism did Gregor Mendel study to understand inheritance?

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Mendel studied pea plants.

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What are long strands of DNA called?

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Long strands of DNA are called chromosomes.

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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 or trait.

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What is the role of chromosomes in genetics?

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Chromosomes carry genetic information in the form of genes and are passed from parents to offspring.

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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 or characteristics.

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What is a Punnett Square used for?

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A Punnett Square is used to predict the genetic outcomes of a cross between two organisms.

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What is the significance of Mendel's experiments with pea plants?

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Mendel's experiments established the basic principles of heredity and the laws of inheritance.