Fundamentals of Genetics: Heterozygous and Homozygous

The video explores the concept of heredity, explaining how traits are passed from parents to offspring. It addresses why some traits resemble those of grandparents rather than parents. The video also provides a historical perspective on the study of heredity, highlighting early research conducted nearly 150 years ago.

Why might some of your traits resemble those of your grandparents rather than your parents?

• Because traits can skip generations.

• Because parents do not pass on traits.

• Because grandparents have more influence.

• Because traits are random.

What is heredity?

• The method of learning new skills.

• The study of ancient civilizations.

• The process of passing traits from parents to offspring.

• The art of storytelling.

How has our understanding of heredity changed over time?

• It has expanded significantly.

• It has become more limited.

• It has remained the same.

• It has become less important.

Approximately how many years ago did early work on heredity begin?

• 100 years ago

• 50 years ago

• 150 years ago

• 200 years ago

What does the historical perspective on heredity help us understand?

• The development of our understanding of heredity.

• The origins of human civilization.

• The history of art.

• The future of technology.