Genetics

Question 1

Mendel’s laws: segregation

Answer 1

Allele segregate into separate gametes in anaphase 1

Question 2

Independent assortment

Answer 2

Genes that are not on the same chromosome assort individually into gametes in metaphase 1

Question 3

Linked genes

Answer 3

Genes located on the same autos one. Does not follow independent assortment.

Question 4

Karyotype

Answer 4

Arrangement of chromosomes in a cell

Question 5

Down syndrome

Answer 5

Trisomy 21. Extra chromosome. Caused by failure of chromosomes to separate.

Question 6

Polygenic inheritance

Answer 6

Traits controlled by 2 or more genes. Like height or skin color.