Science vocab quiz Flashcards
1
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Variation
A
A variation of a trait
2
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Trait
A
A characteristic or feature
3
Q
Protein
A
A type of molecule
4
Q
Actin
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A thin strand of protein. Helps the muscles contract and relax.
5
Q
Myosin
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A thick strand of protein. Helps the muscles contract and relax.
6
Q
Phenotype
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The way an organism looks.
7
Q
Pedigree
A
Keeps track of the biological relationships.
8
Q
Sexual Reproduction
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When an egg cell and sperm cell combine to develop into an offspring.
9
Q
Nucleus
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Where chromozomes are located.
10
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Chromozomes
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Physical structures passed from parent to offspring.
11
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Karyotype
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Photos of chromozomes arranged in a specific pattern.
