Biology STAAR Category 2- Genetics

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What is the end product of meiosis?

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4 haploid cells.

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What is the code TAGACG associated with?

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DNA.

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What is the end result of meiosis?

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Four unidentical gametes.

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Which molecules form the sides (backbone) of the DNA ladder?

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Deoxyribose (sugar) and phosphate.

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In what phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication take place?

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S phase.

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What is meiosis?

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A type of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half, producing four haploid cells.

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What is the difference between haploid and diploid cells?

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Haploid cells have one set of chromosomes, while diploid cells have two sets.

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What are gametes?

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Reproductive cells (sperm and eggs) that are haploid.

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What is the role of DNA in cells?

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DNA contains the genetic instructions for the development and function of living organisms.

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What is the structure of DNA?

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DNA is a double helix made of nucleotides, which include a sugar, phosphate group, and nitrogenous base.