Lesson 2 Vocab Flashcards
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Chromosomes
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Threadlike structures found within the nucleus of a cell that carry the codes for inherited traits.
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Heredity
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Is the passing of traits from parents to their children.
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Genes
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The basic units of heredity
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Genetic disorder
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A disorder caused partly or completely by a defect in genes
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Environment
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Is the sum total of a persons surroundings.
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Prenatal care
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Steps taken to provide for the health of a pregnant female and her baby
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Birth defects
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Are abnormalities present at birth that cause physical or mental disability or death.
