Genetics Concepts and Terminology

This video from MooMooMath and Science introduces key life science vocabulary, including genetics, traits, heredity, phenotype, and genotype. It explains the study of heredity, the characteristics expressed by genes, and the differences between phenotype and genotype. The video concludes with a call to action to subscribe and share.

What is the primary focus of genetics?

• The study of DNA sequences

• The study of organisms

• The study of heredity

• The study of physical traits

Which term describes the characteristics of an organism expressed by genes?

• Genotype

• Traits

• Heredity

• Phenotype

How are physical or mental characteristics passed from one generation to another?

• Through environment

• Through adaptation

• Through heredity

• Through learning

What does phenotype refer to?

• The genetic makeup of an organism

• The physical expression of DNA

• The study of genes

• The inheritance of traits

Which term describes the genetic makeup of an organism?

• Traits

• Phenotype

• Genotype

• Heredity