Genetics Flashcards

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chromosomes

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

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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 off

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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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Genetics

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Is the study of the inheritance of characteristics

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