B1 Chromosomes and Mitosis Flashcards
1
Q
What do chromosomes contain?
A
Chromosomes contain genetic information
2
Q
Most cells in your body have what?
A
Most cells have a nucleus
3
Q
What does the nucleus contain?
A
The nucleus contains your genetic material in the form of chromosomes
4
Q
What are chromosomes?
A
Chromosomes are coiled up lengths of DNA molecules. each chromosome carries a large number of genes
5
Q
In the chromosomes what do the genes do?
A
Different genes control the development of different characteristics e.g. hair colour
