Biology - 2nd Trimester Review - Pisani Shared Copy

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What is DNA analysis?

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DNA analysis is a method used to identify individuals by examining their unique genetic makeup. It is often used in forensic science to link suspects to crime scenes.

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What is sound energy produced by?

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Sound is a form of energy produced by vibrations.

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What are mutations?

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Mutations are changes in the DNA sequence that can be harmful, neutral, or beneficial to an organism.

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How many alleles does an offspring receive from each parent?

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An offspring receives one allele from each parent to determine a specific trait.

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What are the products of meiosis?

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The products of meiosis are genetically different cells, which are essential for sexual reproduction.

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What is the role of alleles in genetics?

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Alleles are different versions of a gene that determine specific traits in an organism.

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What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?

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Mitosis results in two identical daughter cells, while meiosis results in four genetically different gametes.

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What is a genotype?

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A genotype is the genetic makeup of an organism, representing the alleles it possesses.

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What is a phenotype?

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A phenotype is the observable physical or biochemical characteristics of an organism, determined by its genotype.

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What is natural selection?

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Natural selection is the process by which organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring.