7.14a

Which of the following is the best definition for heredity?

• Heredity is the passing of particles from high concentration to low concentration.

• Heredity explains how DNA copies itself.

• Heredity is the passing of traits from parent to offspring.

• Heredity is the forming of clones.

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This scientist studied pea plants and was considered to be the "Father of Genetics".

• Reginald Punnett

• Gregor Mendel

• Charles Darwin

• Rosalind Franklin

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Which of the following is true regarding genes and chromosomes?

• Genes and chromosomes do not have any connection.

• Chromosomes make up genes.

• Chromosomes are made up of genes which are located in the cytoplasm of the cell.

• Genes are sections of the DNA strand and are located on chromosomes.

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Which of the following is a definition of inherited trait?

• a characteristic that a living thing gets from its parents

• a characteristic that a living thing gets during its lifetime

• a behavior that a living thing learns from its parents

• a skill that an animal develops after it is born 

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A human body cell contains:

• 46 chromosomes

• 23 chromosomes

• 21 chromosomes

• 40 chromosomes

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What is the chemical formula for water?

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Which of the following is a renewable energy source?

• Coal

• Natural Gas

• Solar Energy

• Nuclear Energy

What is the primary gas found in Earth's atmosphere?

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Carbon Dioxide

• Hydrogen

Which organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?

• Nucleus

• Ribosome

• Mitochondria

• Chloroplast

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What is the process by which plants make their food using sunlight?

• Respiration

• Photosynthesis

• Transpiration

• Digestion

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