2024-25 Chapter 11 Sm 2 Exam Review - Introduction to Genetics

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What does the 'P' in 'P generation' stand for?

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Parental

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During which stage of meiosis I does crossing-over occur?

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Prophase I

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True or False: The principle of independent assortment states that genes for the same traits can segregate independently during the formation of gametes.

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False

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What are the physical characteristics of an organism called?

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Phenotype

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What is the process called in which the number of chromosomes per cell is cut in half through the separation of homologous chromosomes in a diploid cell?

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Meiosis

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What is the term for the genetic makeup of an organism?

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Genotype

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What is heredity?

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The passing of traits from parents to offspring.

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What is the difference between phenotype and genotype?

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Phenotype refers to observable traits, while genotype refers to the genetic makeup.

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What is a gamete?

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A reproductive cell (sperm or egg) that carries half the genetic information.

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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.