Chromosomes and Karyotypes and Pedigrees

Determine the sex of the individual whose karyotype is displayed in the image.

• female
• male

Determine the sex of the individual whose karyotype is displayed in the image.

• female
• male

The structure that holds two sister chromatids together until they separate for cell division is called a...

• chromosome

• chromatin

• centromere

• centriole

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NGSS.HS-LS1-4

The haploid number of human chromosomes is

• 11
• 12
• 23
• 46

The diagram shows which type of chromosomes?

• homologous chromosomes

• sister chromosomes

• matching chromosomes

• paired chromosomes

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

Which of the following cells is NOT a type of somatic cell?

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NGSS.HS-LS1-4

A pair of identical chromosomes shown in a karyotype, one inherited from mom, and one inherited from dad are called....

• sister chromotids

• centromeres

• homologous chromosomes

• autosomes

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A photograph or picture of chromosomes grouped in ordered pairs is called a.....

• Pedigree

• Chromosome chart

• Mitotic index

• Karyotype

A kangaroo has 14 chromosomes in its somatic cells. Which statement is correct?

• It's diploid sex cells have 7 chromosomes

• It's diploid skin cells have 28 chromosomes

• It's haploid sex cells have 7 chromosomes

• It's haploid eye cells have 14 chromosomes

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

If a mutation occurs in a body cell, will the trait be passed onto the organism's offspring?

• No, the trait is in a somatic cell
• Yes, the trait is in a somatic cell
• No, the trait must be in a sex cell
• Yes, the trait is in a sex cell

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2