Inheritance and Traits

Front

What is a permanent change in DNA sequence?

Back

Mutation

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

Front

What is the way a distinguishing characteristic appears?

Back

Phenotype

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

NGSS.HS-LS4-4

Front

Which shape does the DNA molecule most closely resemble?

Back

A twisted zipper

Front

What is the complete set of genes in an organism?

Back

Genotype

Front

Which trait is not inherited?

Back

Writing skill

Front

What is the term for the genetic makeup of an organism?

Back

Genotype

Front

What is the observable physical or biochemical characteristic of an organism?

Back

Phenotype

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NGSS.HS-LS4-4

Front

What is the process by which traits are passed from parents to offspring?

Back

Inheritance

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

Front

What is a change in an organism's environment that can affect its traits?

Back

Environmental influence

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

Front

What are the two main types of traits?

Back

Inherited traits and acquired traits

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2