genetics Flashcards
(10 cards)
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genetics
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study of inherited characteristics
2
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DNA
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packed up in chromosomes in the nucleus
2
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gene
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a segment of DNA that codes for a specific protein eg eye pigment
3
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fertilizations
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fusion of sex cells to make a zygote
4
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zygote
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the single cell formed at fertilization
5
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embryo
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multi-celled stage when the zygote divides to form more cells
6
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same genes
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homozygous
7
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diffrent
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heterozygous
8
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genotype
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genetic make up
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