Genes, Chromosomes And DNA Flashcards
1
Q
What is the nucleus
A
Contains your genetic material in the form of chromosomes
2
Q
What is chromosomes
A
Coiled up DNA. 23 pairs
3
Q
What is the chromosomes for men
A
XY
4
Q
What are the chromosomes for female
A
️XX
5
Q
What do chromosomes carry?
A
Genes. Different genes control the different development of characteristics.
6
Q
What is a gene?
A
A section of DNA
7
Q
What is DNA
A
Double helix
8
Q
What is dominant
A
Only need 1 gene for characteristic
9
Q
What is recessive
A
Need two genes for a characteristic
10
Q
What is an allele
A
Different form of a gene
