Chromosomes Genes and DNA

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What is the study of how traits are passed from parents to offspring?

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Genetics

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What is the best definition of DNA?

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The recipe for making an organism.

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What does DNA stand for?

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Deoxyribonucleic acid.

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What part of the cell contains chromosomes and genes?

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Nucleus.

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In genetics, what does 'T' represent in terms of plant height?

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Tall.

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In genetics, what does 't' represent in terms of plant height?

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Short.

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What is a Punnett square used for?

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To predict the genetic outcomes of a cross between two organisms.

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What is the difference between a dominant and a recessive trait?

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A dominant trait is expressed when at least one dominant allele is present, while a recessive trait is expressed only when two recessive alleles are present.

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What is the role of chromosomes in genetics?

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Chromosomes carry genetic information in the form of genes.

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How many chromosomes do humans typically have?

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46 chromosomes (23 pairs).