Genetics👨👩👧👦 Flashcards
1
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What is genetics?
A
The study of how traits or characteristics are inherited
2
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Inherited characteristics
A
- controlled by genes
- include eyecolour and the ability to for, saliva
3
Q
Non inherited characteristics
A
Nor controlled by genes
Learned during life
4
Q
Where are Chromosomes found?
A
The nucleus
5
Q
What are chromosomes made of?
A
DNA + proteins
6
Q
Whats do chromosomes contain
A
Genes
7
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What are genes?
A
A secrion of DNA that can produce a protein
8
Q
how many chromosomes does the normal human cell have?
A
46
9
Q
how many chromosomes does the sperm and egg have?
A
23
10
Q
how many chromosomes does the zygote have?
A
46
