Genetics Basics

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Chromosome

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A structure in cells that contains DNA.

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Genotype

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The genetic makeup of an organism.

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Gregor Mendel

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The father of genetics.

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Allele

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A version of a gene.

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Genetics

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The study of heredity.

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Traits

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Characteristics inherited from parents.

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Punnett Square

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A tool to predict genetic outcomes.

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Recessive

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A trait that is hidden unless both alleles are recessive.

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Homozygous

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Having two identical alleles.

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Phenotype

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The physical expression of a trait.