Chapter 12- DNA and Inheritance Flashcards
1
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What is DNA?
A
DNA is the chemical found in the nucleus of a cell
2
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What is a Chromosome?
A
A long coiled molecule composed of DNA and protein molecules
3
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What is a Gene?
A
A section of a chromosome that codes for a particular protein (eg insulin)
4
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What is an Allele?
A
A form/variant of each gene
5
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What is a Genome?
A
A genome is the entire genetic material of an organism (ie, all of the chromosomes and a small amount of DNA found in the mitochondria)
6
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What is a Protein?
A
Long chains made up by amino acids
7
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What is Mitochondria?
A
The structure within a cell where aerobic respiration takes place
