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Punnett Squares

Punnett Squares

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Science

7th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Punnett Square?

Back

A Punnett Square is a diagram used to predict the genetic makeup of offspring from two parents based on their genotypes.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why do scientists use Punnett Squares?

Back

To determine possible genotypes for offspring.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'homozygous' mean?

Back

Homozygous refers to having two identical alleles for a particular gene, such as 'AA' or 'aa'.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'heterozygous' mean?

Back

Heterozygous refers to having two different alleles for a particular gene, such as 'Aa'.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a dominant allele?

Back

A dominant allele is an allele that expresses its trait even when only one copy is present in the genotype.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a recessive allele?

Back

A recessive allele is an allele that only expresses its trait when two copies are present in the genotype.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If 'G' represents green skin and 'g' represents brown skin, what is the genotype for a frog with brown skin?

Back

The genotype for a frog with brown skin is 'gg'.

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