Genetics and Reproduction Flashcards
1
Q
What is a Chromosome?
A
A long chain of DNA found in the nucleus
2
Q
What is a Gamete?
A
A reproductive cell
3
Q
What is a Gene?
A
Small section of DNA that codes for a particular protein
4
Q
What is Genotype?
A
Alleles that are present for a particular feature
5
Q
What is a Phenotype?
A
Physical expression of an allele combination
6
Q
What type of allele is Polydactyly?
A
Dominant
7
Q
What type of allele is Cystic fibrosis?
A
Recessive
