Genetics Review
Authored by Glenda Bennett
Science, Biology
8th Grade
20 Questions
NGSS covered
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Explore the fascinating world of genetics with the "Genetics Review" quiz on Quizizz, crafted by Glenda Bennett for 8th Grade Science/Biology students. This medium-difficulty quiz, featuring 20 questions, is designed to test your understanding of essential genetic concepts. From Mendelian genetics to Punnett squares, and from alleles to pedigree analysis, this quiz covers the foundational knowledge you need to master genetics. It's a perfect opportunity to explore the basic terminology and apply genetic principles, ensuring you're well-prepared for more advanced biology topics. The quiz delves into key topics such as genotype, phenotype, and the historical contributions of Gregor Mendel. You'll explore Mendelian inheritance patterns, learn to use Punnett squares for predicting genetic outcomes, and differentiate between homozygous and heterozygous traits. Pedigree analysis and real-world applications of genetic principles are also covered, provquizIding a comprehensive understanding of genetics. This knowledge is crucial for the 8th-grade science curriculum, laying the groundwork for high school biology and fostering critical thinking skills. By mastering these concepts, you'll be better equipped to understand their applications in fields like medicine and agriculture. Ready to transform your understanding of genetics? Quizizz makes learning engaging and interactive with features like immediate feedback, visual learning aquizIds, and a gamified experience. Accessible across devices, Quizizz allows you to learn at your own pace. Don't just memorize genetics—master it! Crack the genetic code in minutes, not hours, and turn confusion into confquizIdence with just a few clicks. Embrace the adventure of learning with Quizizz and unlock the secrets of genetics today!
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
Who is the Father of Genetics?
Robert Hooke
Gregor Mendel
Albert Einsten
Albert Wegener
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS4-4
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the study of how traits are passed from parents to offspring?
biology
botany
molecular biology
genetics
Tags
NGSS.HS-LS3-1
NGSS.HS-LS3-2
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the genetic makeup of an organism?
genotype
phenotype
gene type
comparative alleles
Tags
NGSS.HS-LS3-1
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What are the different variations of a gene ?
mutation
genotype
phenotype
allele
Tags
NGSS.HS-LS3-2
NGSS.HS-LS4-2
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the physical expression of a trait?
genotype
mutation
genetic disorder
phenotype
Tags
NGSS.HS-LS3-1
NGSS.HS-LS3-3
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does heterozygous mean?
the different forms of a trait (red hair, brown hair, etc)
when an organism has two of the same alleles for a trait (ex. RR)
when an organism has two different alleles for a trait (ex.Tt)
neither gene is dominant over the other and a blend of both traits appear in the offspring
Tags
NGSS.HS-LS3-1
NGSS.HS-LS3-2
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the name of this diagram?
Inheritance square
Genotype 4 square
Pedigree
Punnett Square
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