Inherited Traits/DNA Study Questions - USE TO PREPARE

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How many copies of each gene does each parent pass to the offspring?

Back

One

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Where are thread-like structures called chromosomes found?

Back

In the nucleus

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What are cells considered in living things?

Back

The basic building blocks

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What are characteristics of one organism that are inherited from parent to offspring called?

Back

Inherited traits

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What acts like the brain of the cell?

Back

Nucleus

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What is DNA?

Back

DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is the molecule that carries the genetic instructions for life.

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What are genes?

Back

Genes are segments of DNA that contain the instructions for building proteins, which determine traits.

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What is the role of chromosomes?

Back

Chromosomes are structures that organize and package DNA into a compact form for cell division.

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What is the difference between inherited traits and acquired traits?

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Inherited traits are passed from parents to offspring, while acquired traits are developed through experience.

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What is a genotype?

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A genotype is the genetic makeup of an organism, representing the alleles inherited from parents.