Genes, Proteins, Traits

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What are genes?

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Genes are segments of DNA that contain the instructions for making proteins, which determine traits in living organisms.

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What is a protein?

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Proteins are large molecules made up of amino acids that perform various functions in the body, including building tissues and regulating processes.

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What does 'trait' mean?

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A trait is a characteristic or feature of an organism, such as eye color or height, that is influenced by genes.

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What does 'homozygous' mean?

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Homozygous refers to having two identical alleles for a particular gene.

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What does 'heterozygous' mean?

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Heterozygous refers to having two different alleles for a particular gene.

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What is an allele?

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An allele is a variant form of a gene that can produce different traits.

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How many types of proteins can one gene version produce?

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One gene version can produce one type of protein.

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What happens if a cell has made one type of protein?

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If a cell has made one type of protein, it means the gene versions are the same (homozygous).

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What is the relationship between genes and traits?

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Genes provide the instructions for making proteins, which in turn influence the traits of an organism.

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What is a feature in genetics?

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A feature is a characteristic that can be observed in an organism, often influenced by its genetic makeup.