Heredity Vocabulary for MISA

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Having two different alleles for a particular gene.

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heterozygous

Front

Having two identical alleles for a particular gene.

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homozygous

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One of two or more alternative versions of a gene.

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allele

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The genetic makeup of an organism.

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genotype

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The observable physical characteristics of an organism, determined by both genetic makeup and environmental influences.

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phenotype

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A specific characteristic of an organism, which can be inherited.

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trait

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A molecule composed of amino acids that performs various functions in the body.

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Protein

Front

Deoxyribonucleic acid, the molecule that carries genetic information in living organisms.

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DNA

Front

A tool used in genetics to visualize the possible combinations of alleles from a genetic cross.

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Punnett squares

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An allele that is expressed only when two copies are present (homozygous).

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Recessive