DNA for Kids

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You get half of your genes from your mom and half from your dad. True or False?

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True

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Why is DNA important?

Back

It serves as the blueprint for traits of all living things.

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What is the dominant trait?

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The trait that shows more over the recessive trait.

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How many pairs of chromosomes are in a normal human body cell?

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23 pairs.

Front

There are _____ pairs of chromosomes in almost every cell in the body.

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23.

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What does DNA stand for?

Back

Deoxyribonucleic Acid.

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What is a gene?

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A segment of DNA that determines a specific trait.

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What is a chromosome?

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A structure made of DNA and proteins that contains genes.

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What is the difference between dominant and recessive traits?

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Dominant traits are expressed over recessive traits.

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What is heredity?

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The passing of traits from parents to offspring.