24-25 Genetics PT.1 REVIEW

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What does DNA determine?

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Traits of living things.

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What do harmful mutations do?

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Decrease chances of survival.

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TRUE/FALSE: If there is a mutation in a gamete cell it will be passed on to future offspring.

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TRUE.

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What is a mutation that changes the size of a dog's tail?

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Neutral Mutation.

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What type of mutation increases the likelihood of developing cancer?

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Harmful Mutation.

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What is the definition of a mutation?

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A change in the DNA sequence of an organism.

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What are the three types of mutations?

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Beneficial, Harmful, Neutral.

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What is a beneficial mutation?

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A mutation that increases an organism's chances of survival.

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What is a harmful mutation?

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A mutation that decreases an organism's chances of survival.

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What is a neutral mutation?

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A mutation that does not significantly affect an organism's chances of survival.