7. Fertilization and cells and whatnot Flashcards
1
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What is a nucleus?
A
Something in a cell that contain chromosomes.
2
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What is a chromosome and how many in a cell?
A
Something in a nucleus that contain DNA and are in pairs (23 pairs in every cell)
3
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What is DNA
A
Is something that makes up chromosomes and contain genes to code for a persons characteristics.
4
Q
What is a gene?
A
A section of DNA that code for an individuals appearance and characteristics (AC, GT)
5
Q
What is a gamete?
A
An egg from a female and sperm from a male that will fuse to form a zygote
6
Q
What is a zygote?
A
Once a female and male gamete fuse, a zygote is formed once it splits
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