Explore Biology Chapter 11: Genetics Flashcards
1
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traits
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Characteristics that make a person unique.
2
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variation
A
Differences
3
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chromosomes
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Structures of DNA and protein that carry genetic information.
4
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dominant
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Only needs one allele to be expressed.
5
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recessive
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Requires both alleles to be expressed.
6
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heredity
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Passing traits to offspring.
7
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Punnett square
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Diagram used to see the chance of passing on certain traits.
8
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allele
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One form of a gene.