Genetics Study Guide

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a Punnett square?
Back
A Punnett square is a diagram used to predict the outcome of a genetic cross by showing the possible combinations of alleles from the parents.
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NGSS.HS-LS3-2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean for an organism to be heterozygous?
Back
An organism is heterozygous when it has two different alleles for a specific gene, one dominant and one recessive.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean for an organism to be homozygous recessive?
Back
An organism is homozygous recessive when it has two identical recessive alleles for a specific gene.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the probability of offspring having the same phenotype and genotype as a homozygous recessive parent when crossed with a heterozygous parent?
Back
50% chance.
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NGSS.HS-LS3-3
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is artificial selection?
Back
Artificial selection is the process by which humans breed animals or plants for specific traits.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the role of humans in artificial selection?
Back
Humans select which animals or plants to breed based on desired traits.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean for a trait to be inherited?
Back
A trait is inherited when it is passed down from parents to offspring through genes.
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NGSS.HS-LS3-1
NGSS.HS-LS3-2
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