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Chromosomes

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The nucleus of each sex cell (gamete) contains 23 thread like structures called chromosomes.

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Genetics

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The study of the inheritance of characteristics.

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Genes

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Are chemicals found on chromosomes that pass on information from parents to children.

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Chromosomes are made of…

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…protein and DNA. (carry genes)

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DNA

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DeoxyriboNucleic Acid

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Human body cells

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Have 23 pairs of chromosomes (46 chromosomes)

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