Inherited Traits

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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, which determines a particular trait.

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What is DNA?

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DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is the molecule that carries the genetic instructions for life, composed of two strands that coil around each other to form a double helix.

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What is a chromosome?

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A chromosome is a long, thread-like structure made of DNA and proteins that contains many genes.

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What is the nucleus?

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The nucleus is the membrane-bound organelle in eukaryotic cells that contains the cell's genetic material (DNA).

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What is a recessive trait?

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A recessive trait is a trait that is not expressed when a dominant allele is present; it is only expressed when two recessive alleles are inherited.

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What is an acquired trait?

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An acquired trait is a characteristic that is not inherited genetically but is developed through environmental influences or personal experiences.

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What is an inherited trait?

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An inherited trait is a characteristic that is passed from parents to offspring through genes.

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What is the correct order of genetic material from smallest to largest?

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Gene, DNA, chromosome, nucleus, cell.

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What is a dominant trait?

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A dominant trait is a trait that is expressed in the phenotype even when only one copy of the allele is present.

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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 characteristics or traits of that organism.