Humen Gentics Study Guide Flashcards
1
Q
A normal diploid cell contains full set of __ chromosomes.
A
46
2
Q
A chart that traces the inheritance of a trait in a family is called a…
A
pedigree
3
Q
A ________ can be used to determine if an individual has inherited the correct number of chromosomes.
A
kayotype
4
Q
The chromosomes in each numbered pair are called…
A
homologous pairs
5
Q
Any chromosome in pairs 1-22 is known as a(n) ___________ , while the 23rd pair is known as…
A
autosome
sex chromosomes
6
Q
The condition that occurs when there are three chromosomes instead of two in a homologous pair is called a…
A
trisomy
