Heredity- DNA, Genes, Chromosomes

A chromosome is best described as a

• gene that has more than one form.
  
• green cell found in many plants.
  
• strand of DNA containing genetic information.
  
• reproductive cell found in certain kinds of bacteria

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Genetic material (DNA) can be found in the...

• nucleus

• mitochondria

• chloroplast

• cell wall

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What is heredity?

• The passing of traditions from one generation to the next.

• The passing of genetic information from one generation to the next.

• Genetic information found in the nucleus.

• The study of genes.

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How many chromosomes are found in a "normal" human being?

• 44

• 46

• 48

• 50

Heredity involves which main body system?

• Reproduction System

• Respiratory System

• Digestive System

• Skeletal System

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Which choice is NOT true about genes?

• They are found in the nucleus.

• They are located on chromosomes.

• They provide energy to the cell.

• They provide genetic information for traits.

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Which piece of genetic information looks like a long twisted/coiled ladder?

• Chromosome

• DNA

• ATP

• Nucleus

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Which structure looks like a skinny X?

• Chromosome

• DNA

• Gene

• Nucleus

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Genetic instructions are passed from both parents to their...

• offspring

• organism

• organelle

• parents

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Which is NOT an inherited trait?

• shape of eyes

• male or female

• widow's peak hairline

• favorite color

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