The Biological Self Flashcards
These are a crucial part of the self; people are often recognized by these
Physical features
The physical self is shaped by ______ and ______ factors; however, it is also surrounded by _____
- Biological & Environmental
- Issues
Physical characteristics are triggered by genetic transformations and biological developments through _____
Heredity
It contains the chromosomes
Nuclei
The storage unit of genes
Chromosomes
Each individual carries _____ pairs of chromosomes
23
What does the 23rd pair of chromosomes determine?
The sex chromosomes, determine individual’s sex
XY vs XX combination:
XY: male
XX: female
A nucleic acid that contains the genetic instructions specifying biological development; blueprint of life
DNA deoxyribonucleic acid
DNA has the capacity to copy itself through the system of _____
Mitosis
It is the completion of growth of a genetic character within an organism or the unfolding of inherent traits
Maturation
Cellular components trigger:
- Physical growth
- Maturation
This is the process of transmission of traits from parent to offspring
Shared physical attributes
Heredity
- The basic unit of heredity
- Contains specific information within each trait
Gene
Refers to the specific information embedded within genes
Genotype
The physical expression of particular traits
Phenotype
Determining genotype vs. phenotype
Genotype determined through blood testing
Phenotype determined through direct observation
Dominant & recessive genes are dependent on _____, which are alternate versions of a particular gene
Alleles
As we grow up, we are exposed to environmental influences that shape the physical self such as:
- Social networks
- Societal expectations
- Cultural practices
The person’s first social group
Primarily responsible for how you take care of the body
Family
What happens when you are exposed to larger social groups?
- Become more conscious of physical appearance
- Begin engaging in activities you think make you acceptable or attractive
