B5 Flashcards
define gene
a strand of DNA that codes for a characteristic
define gamete
sex cell
haploid
define dominant allele
only one reuired to express characteristic
define recessive allele
two alleles are needed to express a characteristic
define genotype
a collection of alleles to express a phenotype
what is the prophase
the nuclear enveloope breaks (nucleus opens so chromosomes can move freely)
what is the mataphase
chromosomaes line up along the equator (random side in meiosis)
what is the anaphase
chromosomes pulled apart
what is cytokinesis
nuclear envelope reforms leaving two seperate cells and nuclei
How do you anser a natural selection question
Variation (every species has variation)
Inheritance (inherit alles /characteristics)
Change (in environment)
survival of the fittest