DNA And Inheritance Flashcards
1
Q
Where is DNA found?
A
Nucleus of a cell
2
Q
What does DNA stand for and what is it?
A
Deoxyribonucleic acid is the molecule in the nucleus that carries our genetic code
3
Q
What is a gene?
A
Section of a chromosome that codes for a particular protein eg insulin
4
Q
What is an allele?
A
A variation/different form of a gene
5
Q
What is a heterozygous allele?
A
2 alleles that are different
6
Q
What is a homozygous allele?
A
2 alleles that are the same
7
Q
What is a genotype?
A
The alleles an individual has
8
Q
What is a phenotype?
A
The characteristics a person has
9
Q
What is a gamete?
A
A sex cell