Exploring Genetics Vocabulary in ROCBIO M24L1

Why is it important to understand genetics vocabulary before moving forward with other modules?

• It makes future topics easier to understand.

• It is required for passing exams.

• It helps in understanding the physical traits of organisms.

• It is not important at all.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

NGSS.HS-LS4-2

What does the term 'phenotype' refer to?

• The abbreviation of a gene.

• The genetic makeup of a trait.

• The physical appearance of a trait.

• The sequence of DNA.

Which of the following is an example of a genotype?

• Redhead

• Blonde hair

• Brown hair

• A sequence of A's, T's, C's, and G's

What is an allele?

• A type of chromosome

• An abbreviated version of a gene

• A sequence of DNA

• A physical trait

How is a dominant allele represented?

• With a symbol

• With a number

• With a capital letter

• With a lowercase letter

What does the term 'homozygous' mean?

• Having one dominant and one recessive allele

• Having two identical alleles for a trait

• Having no alleles for a trait

• Having two different alleles for a trait

What does the term 'heterozygous' mean?

• Having no alleles for a trait

• Having only recessive alleles

• Having two different alleles for a trait

• Having two identical alleles for a trait

In pea plants, what phenotype is produced by the genotype 'PP'?

• White flowers

• Purple flowers

• Yellow flowers

• Green flowers

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS3-1

What phenotype is produced by the genotype 'Pp' in pea plants?

• Green flowers

• Yellow flowers

• Purple flowers

• White flowers

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

What phenotype is produced by the genotype 'pp' in pea plants?

• Yellow flowers

• Purple flowers

• White flowers

• Green flowers