Genetics Flashcards
1
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chromosomes
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The nucleus of each sex cell(gamete) contains 23 thread like structures called chromos
2
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Genes
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Are chemicals found on chromosomes that pass on information from parents to children
3
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Chromosomes are made off
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Protein and DNA (carry genes)
4
Q
DNA
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Deoxyribonucleic acid
5
Q
Human body cells
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Have 23 pairs of chromosomes (46 chromosomes)
6
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Genetics
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Is the study of the inheritance of characteristics