71-80 Flashcards
1
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Phenotype
A
Physical characteristics of an organism
2
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inheritance
A
The passing of genetic material from parent to offspring
3
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Trait
A
Any specific characteristic of an individual
4
Q
Recombination
A
The formation of new and different sets of chromosomes or genes
5
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Meiosis
A
The process that makes the sex cells by reducing the chromosomes number in half
6
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Fertilization
A
The joining of male and female reproduction cells to produce a new organism
7
Q
Gamete
A
The term for sex cell, egg or sperm.
8
Q
Biological Evolution
A
The descent with modification of organisms from common ancestors.
9
Q
Natural Selection
A
The process by which individuals that are suited better to their environment survive and reproduce successfully.
10
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Adaptions
A
The inherited traits that increases a organisms chance of survival
