Genes Flashcards
1
Q
Demonstrate an understanding that genes exist in alternative forms called alleles which give rise to differences in inherited characteristics.
A
Some genes for the same characteristic (eg. Eye colour) may contain slightly different instruction to create variations (eg. Brown, blue). Different forms of the same genes are alleles.
Two copies of every chromosome in body cell nucleus- two copies of every gene. Each copy of a gene may be a different allele.
2
Q
Describe the structure of the nucleus of the cell as containing chromosomes, on which genes are located.
A
You have the nucleus, inside is the chromosomes, then inside is the gene and inside of that is the DNA.
