Definitions Flashcards
1
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Define an Allele
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A variant of a gene for a trait
2
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Define DNA
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A molecule that contains the genetic code that is unique to every individual.
3
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Define Haploid
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Cells with only one chromosome of each pair.
4
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Define Diploid
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Cells with two copies of each chromosome.
5
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Define Meiosis
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A type of cell division in sexually reproducing organisms that reduces the number of chromosomes in gametes.
6
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Define Mitosis
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Cell replicates and segregates chromosomes to form two identical nuclei for division.
7
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Define Genotype
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The genetic makeup of an individual organism
8
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Define Phenotype
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An observable characteristic.
9
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Define Gene Mutation
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An alteration to the DNA base sequence of a gene.
10
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Define Chromosomal Mutation
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A change to the number of chromosomes in a cell.
