Explore Biology Chapter 11: Genetics Flashcards

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traits

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Characteristics that make a person unique.

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variation

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Differences

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chromosomes

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Structures of DNA and protein that carry genetic information.

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dominant

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Only needs one allele to be expressed.

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recessive

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Requires both alleles to be expressed.

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heredity

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Passing traits to offspring.

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Punnett square

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Diagram used to see the chance of passing on certain traits.

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allele

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One form of a gene.

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