Evolution, Genetics And Behavior Flashcards
(10 cards)
Genes
Unity of heredity that maintain structural format through generations
DNA
Carries info
Codes synthesis of RNA
Codes synthesis of Protein
Genotype
INTERNAL genetic code for making proteins
Phenotype
OUTWARD manifestation, physical appearance, behaviour
Genes have different types (alleles) and come in pairs
Heterozygous (different alleles)
Homozygous (same alleles)
Evolution and genes
Specific trait could like to higher fitness (adaptation)
Evolution and genes
Traits spread in population by natrual selection
Evidnece of evolution
Fossil record
Rapid population changes in organism - artificial selection
Traits shred by human and non-human primates
Socio-cognitive abilities
Development
Behaviours