genetics vocabulary

genetics vocabulary

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6th - 8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the different forms of a trait that make up a gene?

Back

Allele

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What do you call a purebred organism with the same gene pair?

Back

Homozygous

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the term for the genetic makeup of an organism, such as Tt, BB, or rr?

Back

Genotype

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a phenotype?

Back

The physical trait of an organism.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What do you call a hybrid organism with a different gene pair?

Back

Heterozygous

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the term for the observable characteristics of an organism?

Back

Phenotype

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between dominant and recessive alleles?

Back

Dominant alleles express their trait even if only one copy is present, while recessive alleles require two copies to express their trait.

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