Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

GCSE YEAR 11 > Biology - Inheritance and body functions EXTRA > Flashcards

Biology - Inheritance and body functions EXTRA Flashcards

You may prefer our related Brainscape-certified flashcards:
GCSE Religious Studies - Edexcel Route A flashcards GCSE Religious Studies - Eduqas Route A flashcards GCSE Geography - AQA flashcards GCSE Religious Studies - Edexcel Route B flashcards GCSE Religious Studies - Eduqas Route B flashcards
1
Q

Chromosome

A

Structure of nucleic acids and protein carrying genetic information in the forms of genes

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

Gene

A

A section of genetics which codes for a particular characteristic

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

Genome

A

The full set of genetic material in the nucleus of an organism

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

Genotype

A

The genetic makeup of an individual for a particular characteristic

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

Phenotype

A

The genetical expression of a particular genotype

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

Recessive

A

A phenotype which will only show up if one of the alleles coded for are inherited: will be masked by a dominant gene

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly

GCSE YEAR 11 (12 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions