Genetics and Reproduction

Which sequence lists the hereditary material found inside cells from the smallest unit to the largest unit?

• chromosome → gene → nucleus

• chromosome → nucleus → gene

• gene → nucleus → chromosome

• gene → chromosome → nucleus

Which fertilization and development method is most typical of humans before birth occurs?

• external fertilization and external development

• external fertilization and internal development

• internal fertilization and external development

• internal fertilization and internal development

The sequence below represents the organization

of the genetic information in the nucleus of

a cell. One term in the sequence is represented

by X

DNA--> X --> chromosome

• gene

• mutation

• clone

• protein

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What type of reproduction is performed by the ameba?

• regeneration

• asexual

• sexual

• budding

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Which process is responsible for the growth and repair of human tissue?

• evolution

• germination

• cell division

• natural selection

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How many males in this model show the trait?

• one

• three

• seven

• four

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NGSS.3-LS3-1

Diagrams A through E represent five stages in a simplified model of sexual reproduction and development. At which stage is fertilization occurring?

• A

• B

• C

• E

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Between which two stages does cell division first occur?

• A and B

• B and C

• C and D

• D and E

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The Punnett square represents a cross between two parent pea plants. The gene for round shape (R) is dominant over the gene for wrinkled shape (r). What percentage of the offspring will have a round shape?

• 100%

• 50%

• 25%

• 0%

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NGSS.3-LS3-1

Which gas is used by humans in the process of cellular respiration?

• nitrogen

• oxygen

• carbon dioxide

• water

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