Heredity: Inheritance and Variation of Traits

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Biology
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10th Grade
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Amanda Tucker
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a possible way that inheritable genetic variations can occur?
Binary fission
Photosynthesis
Meiosis
Photosystem II
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NGSS.HS-LS3-2
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary purpose of meiosis in relation to inheritable genetic variations?
To produce genetically identical cells
To create new genetic combinations
To repair errors in DNA replication
To generate energy for the cell
Tags
NGSS.HS-LS3-2
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a possible source of inheritable genetic variations?
New genetic combinations through meiosis
Viable errors occurring during replication
Mutations caused by environmental factors
Genetic drift
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NGSS.HS-LS3-2
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which process is responsible for creating new genetic combinations during meiosis?
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Crossing over
DNA replication
Tags
NGSS.HS-LS3-2
5.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What type of errors occurring during DNA replication can lead to inheritable genetic variations?
Missense mutations
Silent mutations
Frameshift mutations
Nonsense mutations
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NGSS.HS-LS3-2
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of an environmental factor that can cause mutations leading to inheritable genetic variations?
Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation
Consuming genetically modified foods
Lack of physical exercise
Mental stress
Tags
NGSS.HS-LS3-2
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do inheritable genetic variations contribute to evolution?
They have no impact on evolution
They increase genetic stability
They decrease species diversity
They provide the raw material for natural selection
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NGSS.HS-LS3-2
NGSS.HS-LS4-2
NGSS.HS-LS4-4
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