Genetics

What is the study of genes and inheritance known as?

• Genetics

• Chemistry

• Physics

• Astronomy

Where is the majority of DNA stored within a cell?

• Chloroplast

• Cell wall

• Cell membrane

• Nucleus

Which statement is true?

• Your DNA is identical to your siblings.

• Your DNA is identical to your father's.

• Your DNA is identical to your mother's.

• Your DNA is unique to you.

Which of the following features is NOT inherited?

• Skin color

• Scars

• Hair texture

• Color blindness

Which characteristic is inherited?

• hair color
• sleeping late
• enjoying hiking
• loving to read

One form of a gene is called_______________

• a DNA
• a Phenotype
• a trait
• an allele

How many alleles (letters) does each person carry for a trait?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

How many alleles (letters) does a child get from each parent for each trait?

• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4

A recessive allele is represented by a ______ letter.

• lower-case

• capital

A dominant allele is represented by a ______ letter.

• lower-case

• capital