Genes and Environment

A section of our DNA that codes for a specific trait is called a _______.

• Chromosome

• Genetic Factor

• Environmental Factor

• Gene

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If a trait varies greatly within a pair of identical twins, it is most likely caused by what?

• Genetics

• Nutrition

• Inherited

• Environment

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True or False: both genetics and environment are responsible for making you who you are.

• True

• False

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Eye color is mostly caused by:

• Nutrition

• Genetics

• Environment

• Inherited

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Which trait can be influenced by both our DNA and our environment?

• Having six fingers

• Freckles

• How tall we are

• The colors of our eyes

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What is a gene?

• A type of protein

• A segment of DNA that codes for a specific trait

• A cellular structure that contains DNA

• A model that describes the behavior of gases

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Water availability affecting the growth of cactus is an example of a(n):

• environmental factor

• genetic factor

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Slight variations in a species that cause them to look similar but different. Factors that are passed through genes from parents to offspring:

• environmental factors

• genetic factors

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An example of a genetic factor influencing the growth of organisms is:

• large breed cattle

• availability of food

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Which characteristic did Malek most likely inherit (genetic factor) from his parents?

• his ability to read fast

• his need to wear glasses

• his ability to speak English

• his need to count using his fingers

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