genetics Crossword Puzzles
Genetics Revision 2015-05-17
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- prevent infections and diseases
- two or more alternative forms of a gene that are responsible for hereditary variation
- carries genetic information in the form of genes.
- all where genetic information is stored
- responsible for the elastic and contractile properties of muscle. It combines with actin
- a full set of chromosome pairs
- a salt
- coding segments of DNA
- the structural framework of nucleic acids
- is the process of making an RNA copy of a gene sequence in a DNA strand
- has a double membrane and is responsible for energy production within the cell
- the base that joins with adenine
- The constricted region joining the two sister chromatids that make up an X-shaped chromosome.
- a sugar component of DNA
- responsible for lipid synthesis and transporting molecules around the cell
- the building blocks of proteins
- the template of protein synthesis
- responsible for breaking down molecules to be removed from the cell
- the base that joins with cytosine
- the base that joins with thymine
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- long threads of protein apart of muscle contraction and relaxation and forms together with myosin
- responsible for packaging and transporting molecules to other parts of the cell
- a unit of heredity which is transferred from a parent to offspring
- acts like a catalysts
- a base that is one of the fundamental components of RNA
- a red protein responsible for transporting oxygen in the blood
- a protein from milk
- a sugar of RNA
- inside the nucleus and to code RNA and produces ribosomes
- the number and visual appearance of the chromosomes
- used for storage or for waste to be moved out of the cell
- DNA bases are held together by these
- is the process of translating the sequence of a messenger RNA (mRNA) molecule to a sequence of amino acids
- surrounds the cytoplam of the cell and controls what goes in and out of the cell
- a messenger carrying instructions from DNA for controlling protein synthesis
- a chain of amino acids
- one set of chromosomes
- a compound of phosphate, sugar and bases
- the organelle where proteins are made
- the gooey substance between the cell membrane and the nucleus
- a fibrous protein forming the main structural constituent of hair, feathers, hoofs, claws, horns, etc.
- the base that joins with guanine
- series is responsible for making new proteins
- carrier of genetic information
- the sequence of a three nucleotides which together form a unit of genetic coding
45 Clues: a salt • a sugar of RNA • a protein from milk • acts like a catalysts • coding segments of DNA • a chain of amino acids • one set of chromosomes • a sugar component of DNA • a full set of chromosome pairs • carrier of genetic information • prevent infections and diseases • the building blocks of proteins • the base that joins with adenine • the base that joins with guanine • ...
Genetics Review 2016-02-18
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- enzyme used in PCR
- binds to mRNA and blocks ribosome from attaching to mRNA
- stem cells capable of giving rise to most, but no all, tissues
- pocket in a gel where a sample is loaded
- can be used to select for bacteria that get a plasmid
- carries DNA into a cell
- monomer of nucleic acid
- DNA is wrapped around these
- last name of PCR inventor
- a type of organism having DNA from multiple sources
- a method of DNA sequencing
- RNA modification on the 5'end
- short RNA molecules that destroy mRNA
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- added to a PCR reaction
- procedure using a gel and power supply
- three pockets of the ribosome
- specify where DNA is to amplified in PCR (plural)
- occurs almost exclusively on a CpG sequence
- stem cells that are committed to give rise to cells having a specific function
- part of a histone that can be modified
- pattern of gene expression that can change during a lifespan, depending on environmental conditions
- stem cells that have unlimited capability
- the highest level of DNA packaging
- where translation happens in the cell
- region of mRNA that is removed during splicing
- a set of DNA standards
- small circular extrachromosomal DNA in some bacteria
- control region of a gene
- where RNA processing happens in the cell
- technique used to amplify specific regions of DNA
30 Clues: enzyme used in PCR • a set of DNA standards • added to a PCR reaction • carries DNA into a cell • monomer of nucleic acid • control region of a gene • last name of PCR inventor • a method of DNA sequencing • DNA is wrapped around these • three pockets of the ribosome • RNA modification on the 5'end • the highest level of DNA packaging • where translation happens in the cell • ...
molecular genetics 2022-09-13
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- Electrophoresis, Laboratory technique used to separate dna,RNA or protein molecules related to the
- snRNA, A type of RNA which combines with
- charge and size
- bases are an integral component of a nucleotide
- RNA, A single strand containing Adenine, Uracil,
- a ___
- A Tail, Adenine nucleotides on the 3' end of
- Exonucleases, Poly-A-tail is degraded by ___
- base pairs)
- Helicase, Enzyme that breaks down hydrogen bonds
- Crick, Surname of Watson's main partner who
- assembly
- Initiates the starting point of DNA
- DNA, Molecule that contains the biological instructions that make each species unique.
- the Nobel victory
- Abrv. for what carries specific amino acids
- of rules determining how DNA bases paired
- Dna Topoisomerase, Releases tension that may build up in DNA
- and Guanine nucleotides
- Spliceosome, Removes introns from a transcribed
- ribosomes
- in the protein
- transcription
- Codon, A sequence of three nucleotides
- the gene is transcribed
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- An organism's complete set of genetic
- Section of a gene sequence that is not
- DNA strands
- A base, sugar, and phosphate group make
- Polymerase, DNA___III works in a 5'-3' direction adding
- Exons, Section of a gene sequence that is
- to the 3' ends of primers
- Rosalind, Name of scientist who proposed
- DNA Polymerase 1, An enzyme that fills the DNA gaps that arise during DNA replication, repair, and recombination.
- in the protein
- Anticodon, Found at the end of a transfer RNA
- to an amino acid
- Transcription Factors, Proteins binding to DNA activating or
- by breaking phosphodiester bonds
- Nucleolus, Site of rRNA transcription and ribosomal
- Fragments, Short segments of DNA nucleotides which are synthesized discontinuously
- to form "snurps"
- Nucleus, Place where transcription occurs
- Promoter, Region of a gene controlling whether or
- Cytoplasm, Place where translation occurs
- Chargaff, Name of the biochemist who proposed a
- DNA was helix shaped
- that protects from degradation
- Box, A promoter sequence with many T and A
49 Clues: a ___ • assembly • ribosomes • DNA strands • base pairs) • transcription • in the protein • in the protein • charge and size • to an amino acid • to form "snurps" • the Nobel victory • DNA was helix shaped • and Guanine nucleotides • the gene is transcribed • to the 3' ends of primers • that protects from degradation • by breaking phosphodiester bonds • Initiates the starting point of DNA • ...
Bacterial Genetics 2022-12-12
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- a sequence of three nucleotides forming a unit of genetic code in a transfer RNA molecule, corresponding to a complementary codon in messenger RNA.
- the process by which foreign DNA is introduced into a cell by a virus or viral vector.
- a core biological process, occurring inside cells, balancing the loss of cellular proteins through the production of new proteins.
- a unit of heredity which is transferred from a parent to offspring and is held to determine some characteristic of the offspring.
- the genetic alteration of a cell resulting from the direct uptake and incorporation of exogenous genetic material from its surroundings through the cell membrane(s).
- polymer that carries genetic instructions for the development, functioning, growth and reproduction of all known organisms and many viruses.
- used to refer to the alleles or variants an individual carries in a particular gene or genetic location.
- a threadlike structure of nucleic acids and protein found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information in the form of genes.
- a sequence of three nucleotides which together form a unit of genetic code in a DNA or RNA molecule.
- molecule in cells that forms part of the protein-synthesizing organelle known as a ribosome and that is exported to the cytoplasm to help translate the information in messenger RNA (mRNA) into protein.
- an operon, or group of genes with a single promoter (transcribed as a single mRNA).
- carries protein information from the DNA in a cell’s nucleus to the cell’s cytoplasm, where the protein-making machinery reads the sequence and translates each three-base codon.
- the temporary union of two bacteria or unicellular organisms for the exchange of genetic material.
- a genetic structure in a cell that can replicate independently of the chromosomes, typically a small circular DNA strand in the cytoplasm of a bacterium or protozoan.
- the study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics.
- polymeric molecule essential in various biological roles in coding, decoding, regulation and expression of genes.
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- the process of translating the sequence of a messenger RNA (mRNA) molecule to a sequence of amino acids during protein synthesis.
- the process of copying a segment of DNA into RNA.
- the complete set of genes or genetic material present in a cell or organism.
- a type of RNA molecule that helps decode a messenger RNA (mRNA) sequence into a protein.
- a nitrogenous base forms a bond with a 5-sided carbon sugar molecule, which forms a “backbone” for the entire molecule.
- a compound consisting of a nucleoside linked to a phosphate group. Nucleotides form the basic structural unit of nucleic acids such as DNA.
- a multi-unit enzyme that synthesizes RNA molecules from a template of DNA through a process called transcription.
- the set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.
- the rearrangement of genetic material, especially by crossing over in chromosomes or by the artificial joining of segments of DNA from different organisms.
- hair-like structure associated with bacterial adhesion and related to bacterial colonization and infection.
26 Clues: the process of copying a segment of DNA into RNA. • the study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics. • the complete set of genes or genetic material present in a cell or organism. • an operon, or group of genes with a single promoter (transcribed as a single mRNA). • ...
Genetics Exam 2023-04-10
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- Famous scientist that studied on the Galapagos islands
- Is a tri-nucleotide sequence of DNA or RNA that corresponds to a specific amino acid such as tryptophan and glutamine
- ____________ selection is the process through which populations of living organisms adapt and change naturally (ex. Giraffes getting longer necks over time to reach tall trees)
- Two different forms of a gene
- Is a version (allele) of a gene that shows its specific trait even if only one parent passed the gene to the child.
- DNA base triplets→____________ sequence→protein folding pattern→protein shape and function
- The phase where chromosomes line up in the center of the cell.
- P2 + 2Pq +q2= 1.0 is one of the _____________ equations
- Is when a cell makes a copy of RNA from DNA
- Are different forms of a gene, which produce variations in a genetically inherited trait.
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- The addition of a base to a codon
- The second step of genetic editing
- Is a well-known type of genome editing unique
- Is a cross in which 2 traits are being observed
- In bacteria, a small circle of DNA found outside the main chromosome is called a _________
- Is the type of mutation that has no effect
- Are outwardly expressed traits or characteristics (ex. Brown eyes)
- Are DNA molecules packaged into thread-like structures in the cell called
- An offspring has parents with A and B blood type. He has blood type AB as a result, this is known as
- Is known as the father of genetics
- Tobacco smoke can cause _________ changes to the nucleotide
- The phase where two sister chromatids of each chromosome separate as the spindles pull the chromatids apart, resulting in two sets of identical chromosomes
- It bonds with cytosine in both DNA and RNA
- Using the wheel (starting from inside letters and working your way out) what is the codon for methionine (start codon)
24 Clues: Two different forms of a gene • The addition of a base to a codon • The second step of genetic editing • Is known as the father of genetics • Is the type of mutation that has no effect • It bonds with cytosine in both DNA and RNA • Is when a cell makes a copy of RNA from DNA • Is a well-known type of genome editing unique • ...
Genetics & Heredity 2023-03-01
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- cell division in sexually reproducing organisms that produce gametes
- a trait that dominates another form of that trait
- ________ charts reveal patterns of inheritance of a trait in a family
- double stranded molecule that carries genetic information
- physical characteristics passed from parent to offspring
- a ________ square predicts the probability of different traits in offspring
- an organism with two different alleles for a trait
- threadlike structures made of protein and a single cell of molecule
- a form of inheritance wherein the alleles of a gene pair in a heterozygote are fully expressed
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- a change in the DNA sequence of a cell
- a single parent cell divides to make two new daughter cells
- physical appearance and behavior of an organism
- an alternate form that a gene may have for a single trait
- a single set of unpaired chromosomes
- trait that is covered up by another form of that trait and seems to disappear
- nucleic acid molecule that codes and decode genetic information
- an egg that has been fertilized by sperm
- two identical alleles for a trait
- creation of living organisms produced by a single organism by sexual reproduction of two organisms
- an organism's genetic make up
20 Clues: an organism's genetic make up • two identical alleles for a trait • a single set of unpaired chromosomes • a change in the DNA sequence of a cell • an egg that has been fertilized by sperm • physical appearance and behavior of an organism • a trait that dominates another form of that trait • an organism with two different alleles for a trait • ...
Genetics/Reproduction 2020-12-02
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- one of two or more alternative forms of a gene that arise by mutation and are found at the same place on a chromosome.
- having 2 of the SAME alleles of a particular gene or genes
- the set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.
- relating to or denoting heritable characteristics controlled by genes that are expressed in offspring only when inherited from both parents, i.e., when not masked by a dominant characteristic inherited from one parent.
- The genetic properties or features of an organism, characteristics, etc.
- The passing on of physical or mental characteristics genetically from one generation to another.
- Reproduction: Reproduction occurring without the sexual union of male and female
- relating to or denoting heritable characteristics which are controlled by genes that are expressed in offspring even when inherited from only one parent.
- An illness that disrupts normal physical or mental functions.
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- a part of the body becoming larger as part of normal growth
- having 2 DIFFERENT alleles of a particular gene or genes
- an organism or cell, or group of organisms or cells, produced asexually from one ancestor or stock, to which they are genetically identical.
- an organism’s set of heritable genes that can be passed down from parents to offspring.
- Square: The Punnett square is a square diagram that is used to predict the genotypes of a particular cross or breeding experiment.
- derived genetically from one's parents or ancestors.
- the mating and production of offspring by animals.
- a distinguishing quality or characteristic, typically one belonging to a person
- unit of heredity is transferred from a parent to offspring and is held to determine some characteristic of the offspring.
- a person's child or children.
- Reproduction: the production of new living organisms by combining genetic information from a male and female.
20 Clues: a person's child or children. • the mating and production of offspring by animals. • derived genetically from one's parents or ancestors. • having 2 DIFFERENT alleles of a particular gene or genes • having 2 of the SAME alleles of a particular gene or genes • a part of the body becoming larger as part of normal growth • ...
Genetics Vocabulary 2021-04-14
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- Segments of DNA on a chromosome and are responsible for inherited traits.
- Skin , hair , and eye color , height , and freckles
- The physical appearance of an organism or the trait that you see, which is dependent on the genotype
- a random error in gene replication that leads to a change
- Variants in a gene , In humans , might indicate blood type, colorblindness, or many other traits
- The study of heredity , which is a biological process where a parent passes certain genes onto their offspring
- A characteristic that is passed from parent to offspring
- Stores the cells hereditary material or DNA ,Controls most of the cell's activities
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- The genetic makeup of an organism
- Carries two different alleles
- An organism that always produces offspring with the same form of a trait as the parent Homozygous
- Genetically determined characteristics
- Describes a trait that covers over, or dominates, another form of that trait, Show their effect with only one copy of the allele
- A trait that is not in your genes but is picked up from environmental factors .
- carries the same two copies of the same allele
- an allele that is masked when a dominant allele is present , Show their effect with two copies of the allele
- A molecule that contains all genetic instructions for living organism .
- a diagram used by geneticists to determine the probability of an offspring having a particular phenotype
- An organism that has two different alleles for a trait , Heterozygous
- Thread-like structures that are found in the nucleus of a cell that contains all DNA
- Father of modern genetics , discovered the basic principles of heredity , and experimented on pea plants and showed that their traits follow a particular pattern
21 Clues: Carries two different alleles • The genetic makeup of an organism • Genetically determined characteristics • carries the same two copies of the same allele • Skin , hair , and eye color , height , and freckles • A characteristic that is passed from parent to offspring • a random error in gene replication that leads to a change • ...
Genetics 1 2021-09-08
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- All of the genetic instructions to make a human
- An egg or sperm cell
- The base pairs made from A,C,G,T
- A long-stranded molecule that self replicates
- Compacted coils of DNA that contain genetic information (Hint: Humans have 46)
- Nucleotide that always pairs with Guanine
- The chromosome that holds the X and Y chromosomes.
- Nucleotide that always pairs with Thymine
- Very similar to DNA except U replaces T
- Number of meters of DNA in each of your cells
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- The study of heredity is called ___________
- Specific segment of a chromosome that contains instructions on making a protein
- Nucleotide that always pairs with Cytosine
- Place where proteins are made in the cell
- Body cells
- A protein that DNA wraps around to form chromatin
- DNA+Histones
- Cell division that results in 2 cells with 1/2 the number of chromosomes.
- Bases that would pair with:TAAGACT
- Nucleotide that always pairs with Adenine
- Cell division that results in 4 cells that have the same number of chromosomes
21 Clues: Body cells • DNA+Histones • An egg or sperm cell • The base pairs made from A,C,G,T • Bases that would pair with:TAAGACT • Very similar to DNA except U replaces T • Place where proteins are made in the cell • Nucleotide that always pairs with Guanine • Nucleotide that always pairs with Thymine • Nucleotide that always pairs with Adenine • ...
Genetics Story 2021-08-27
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- enzymes that degrade nucleic acids
- when genetic information is copied from DNA to form mRNA
- this base pairs with adenine in DNA
- a nitrogenous base only found in RNA
- chain of amino acids
- type of replication that DNA goes through with one parental strand and one daughter strand
- a mutation in which the gene no longer functions
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- includes a pentose sugar, phosphate group, and nitrogenous base
- humans have 23 pairs of these
- enzyme that aids in DNA or RNA synthesis
- type of mutation that changes a single base pair
- carries hereditary information
- the configuration of the two strands in a DNA double helix
- alternate form of a gene
- cleaves bonds with a nucleic acid
- type of mutation that results in a deletion or insertion of a base pair
- sequences of mRNA that leave the nucleus
- a nitrogenous base that has two rings
- type of mutation that shows no change in phenotype
- the start codon
20 Clues: the start codon • chain of amino acids • alternate form of a gene • humans have 23 pairs of these • carries hereditary information • cleaves bonds with a nucleic acid • enzymes that degrade nucleic acids • this base pairs with adenine in DNA • a nitrogenous base only found in RNA • a nitrogenous base that has two rings • enzyme that aids in DNA or RNA synthesis • ...
Genetics Story 2021-08-27
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- enzyme that aids in DNA or RNA synthesis
- carries hereditary information
- type of mutation that changes a single base pair
- a nitrogenous base that has two rings
- sequences of mRNA that leave the nucleus
- a nitrogenous base only found in RNA
- alternate form of a gene
- this base pairs with adenine in DNA
- type of mutation that results in a deletion or insertion of a base pair
- chain of amino acids
- nitrogenous bases that consist of one ring
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- humans have 23 pairs of these
- cleaves bonds with a nucleic acid
- type of replication that DNA goes through with one parental strand and one daughter strand
- the start codon
- enzymes that degrade nucleic acids
- a mutation in which the gene no longer functions
- type of mutation that shows no change in phenotype
- when genetic information is copied from DNA to form mRNA
- includes a pentose sugar, phosphate group, and nitrogenous base
- the configuration of the two strands in a DNA double helix
21 Clues: the start codon • chain of amino acids • alternate form of a gene • humans have 23 pairs of these • carries hereditary information • cleaves bonds with a nucleic acid • enzymes that degrade nucleic acids • this base pairs with adenine in DNA • a nitrogenous base only found in RNA • a nitrogenous base that has two rings • enzyme that aids in DNA or RNA synthesis • ...
Genetics Braun 2021-08-25
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- Infectious RNA molecules that function independently without encapsidation by any protein coat.
- mRNA with introns still embedded in the code.
- The sequences that are represented in the mature protein.
- An enzyme that lowers activation energy and jump starts a chemical reaction.
- Process which the 5' terminus generated at the end of the intron simultaneously transesterificates to become linked by a 2'-5' bond to a base within the intron.
- the RNA sequence is read from _____ to ____ end don't forget the "'".
- DNA to RNA to polypeptide. (Two words with a "_" between them)
- Acts as a binding site for repressor proteins and when a repressor binds here, prevents transcription.
- A product of a gene that diffuses away to act on an area different from synthesis.
- A secondary structure at the cleavage site that viroids and virusoids undergo during self-cleavage.
- The sequences that are removed from a mature protein.
- ________ RNA that contains a sequence that is complementary to the correctly edited mRNA.
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- A classic mode of transcription control in bacteria where a repressor protein prevents a gene from being expressed. (Two words with a "_" between them.
- This type of gene is any gene that codes for a protein or RNA product.
- An alternative form of control where the gene is turned off.
- DNA sequences that are initially transcribed but then excised during when mRNA ages.
- This type of bond makes up the sugar-phosphate backbone of DNA. It is also involved in branching during mRNA.
- The bread and butter of genetics. DNA-->mRNA--->Polypeptide (Two words with a "_" between them)
- Group I and group II introns can participate in ___-____ where they can excise themselves. (hyphen)
- Occurs when a single gene gives rise to more than one mRNA sequence.(Two words with a "_" between them)
- Created in 1961 by Jaques Monod and Francois Jacob as a way to explain how transcription is controlled in bacteria.
21 Clues: mRNA with introns still embedded in the code. • The sequences that are removed from a mature protein. • The sequences that are represented in the mature protein. • An alternative form of control where the gene is turned off. • DNA to RNA to polypeptide. (Two words with a "_" between them) • the RNA sequence is read from _____ to ____ end don't forget the "'". • ...
Genetics Braun 2021-08-24
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- The sequences that are removed from a mature protein.
- The binding site for the repressor protein.
- gene _______ gene is simply any gene that codes for a protein.
- Occurs when a single gene gives rise to more than one mRNA sequence.(Two words with a "_" between them)
- A classic mode of transcription control in bacteria where a repressor protein prevents a gene from being expressed. (Two words with a "_" between them.
- _______ acting molecules are products that diffuse away from their site of synthesis to act elsewhere. (Hint: In chapter 24.1)
- Infectious RNA molecules that function independently without encapsidation by any protein coat.
- DNA sequences that are initially transcribed but then excised during when mRNA ages.
- A secondary structure at the cleavage site that viroids and virusoids undergo during self-cleavage.
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- The most common form of control in eukaryotes. Needs a factor to interact with RNA polymerase to go through transcription. (Two words with a "_" between them)
- An enzyme that lowers activation energy and jump starts a chemical reaction.
- mRNA with introns still embedded in the code.
- The sequences that are represented in the mature protein.
- Process which the 5' terminus generated at the end of the intron simultaneously transesterificates to become linked by a 2'-5' bond to a base within the intron.
- _____ model was proposed by Francois Jacob and Jacques Monod in 1961.
- DNA to RNA to polypeptide. (Two words with a "_" between them)
- Group I and group II introns can participate in ___-____ where they can excise themselves. (hyphen)
- This type of bond makes up the sugar-phosphate backbone of DNAl It is also involved in branching during mRNA.
- the RNA sequence is read from _____ to ____ end don't forget the "'".
- ________ RNA that contains a sequence that is complementary to the correctly edited mRNA.
20 Clues: The binding site for the repressor protein. • mRNA with introns still embedded in the code. • The sequences that are removed from a mature protein. • The sequences that are represented in the mature protein. • gene _______ gene is simply any gene that codes for a protein. • DNA to RNA to polypeptide. (Two words with a "_" between them) • ...
Genetics Crossword 2023-05-22
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- A gene thats present in the genotype of the organism but not the phenotype.
- When two alleles show different traits in an organism.
- Two different alleles of a gene or genes.
- A DNA molecule with some or all of the genetic information of an organism.A DNA molecule with some or all of the genetic information of an organism.
- dominance When two traits inside a gene are not dominant over each other.
- the basic unit of heredity passed from parent to offspring.
- Cell division that produces gametes (reproductive cells).
- assortment The process in meiosis that separates different genes into different cells.
- A complete set of genetic material inside an organism.
- A cell with two complete sets of chromosomes.
- DNA sequence inside a gene.
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- a genetically determined characteristic.
- genes transferred from parent to offspring.
- traits A characteristic in an organism that is influenced by multiple genes.
- Cell a reproductive cell
- The way an organism looks based on its phenotype
- Cell A DNA molecule with some or all of the genetic information of an organism.
- gene A gene that expresses itself most strongly in the phenotype of an organism.
- Two identical alleles of a gene or genes.
- A cell with a single unpaired set of chromosomes.
- self-replicating material that holds the genetic information
- inheritance When two alleles show different traits in an organism.
- square A chart used to predict the phenotype of an organism.
- The presence or absence of a trait in an organism.
24 Clues: Cell a reproductive cell • DNA sequence inside a gene. • a genetically determined characteristic. • Two different alleles of a gene or genes. • Two identical alleles of a gene or genes. • genes transferred from parent to offspring. • A cell with two complete sets of chromosomes. • The way an organism looks based on its phenotype • ...
genetics crossword 2023-05-15
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- A diagram of family history
- distinguishing features of an organism
- first word of alleles of two (or more) different genes get sorted into gametes independently
- basic unit of heredity passed from parent to child
- two complete sets of chromosomes in an organism with each parent contributing a chromosome
- reproductive cell of an animal or plant
- form of cell division in which each daughter cell receives half the amount of DNA as the parent cell
- One of two or more versions of a genetic sequence
- first word of a table in which all of the possible outcomes for a genetic cross between two individuals with known genotypes
- The presence of two identical alleles
- inheritance in which two versions of the same gene are expressed separately to show different traits in an individual
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- inherited characteristic
- expressed only when genotype is homozygous
- cells in the body other than sperm and egg
- a characteristic, such as height or skin color, that is influenced by two or more genes.
- first word of a form of Gene interaction in which both alleles of a gene at a locus are partially expressed
- observable characteristics in an individual
- the allele most likely to be expressed; it is the dominant gene
- having different alleles for a particular trait
- entire genetic constitution of an individual
- a structure inside the nucleus of a cell
- molecule inside cells that contains the genetic information
- single set of chromosomes in an organism
- first word of a certain pattern of how traits are passed from parents to offspring
24 Clues: inherited characteristic • A diagram of family history • The presence of two identical alleles • distinguishing features of an organism • reproductive cell of an animal or plant • a structure inside the nucleus of a cell • single set of chromosomes in an organism • expressed only when genotype is homozygous • cells in the body other than sperm and egg • ...
Genetics Vocab 2023-05-15
23 Clues: DNA • Gene • Trait • Allele • Gamete • Haploid • Diploid • Meiosis • Dominant • genotype • Phenotype • Recessive • Characters • Chromosome • Homozygous • Codominance • somaticcell • heterozygous • Punnettsquare • polygenictraits • incompletedominance • mendelianinheritance • independentassortment
Genetics Vocabulary 2023-05-23
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- Loss of fragment or loss of nucleotide
- Portion of a chromosome is duplicated
- Alternative form of a gene
- Organism has a full set of extra chromosomes
- Blending inheritance, two contrasting alleles contribute to the phenotype
- Genetic makeup
- Error in meiosis where homologous chromosomes fail to separate
- One half of a duplicated chromosome
- Change in the nucleotide sequence of a gene
- Two must be present to determine phenotype, if not, the trait is masked
- Unit of hereditary information
- One maternal and one paternal pair of chromosomes
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- One or more chromosomes have extra copies or are deficiennt
- Three or more forms of a gene that code for a single trait
- If the allele is present, the organism will die
- Order of genes is reversed
- Organism's physical appearance
- Will determine phenotype if just one is present
- Two different alleles code for a trait
- One allele is totally dominant over the other
- Both alleles are expressed
- Crossing an unknown individual with homozygous recessive to determine other genotype
- Mutation where a fragment of one chromosome attaches to a nonhomologous chromosome
- Pairing of homologous chromosomes
- Randomly inactivated x chromosome in females
- Two of the same alleles code for a trait
26 Clues: Genetic makeup • Order of genes is reversed • Alternative form of a gene • Both alleles are expressed • Organism's physical appearance • Unit of hereditary information • Pairing of homologous chromosomes • One half of a duplicated chromosome • Portion of a chromosome is duplicated • Loss of fragment or loss of nucleotide • Two different alleles code for a trait • ...
Genetics Vocabulary 2023-05-23
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- Loss of fragment or loss of nucleotide
- Portion of a chromosome is duplicated
- Alternative form of a gene
- Organism has a full set of extra chromosomes
- Blending inheritance, two contrasting alleles contribute to the phenotype
- Genetic makeup
- Error in meiosis where homologous chromosomes fail to separate
- One half of a duplicated chromosome
- Change in the nucleotide sequence of a gene
- Two must be present to determine phenotype, if not, the trait is masked
- Unit of hereditary information
- One maternal and one paternal pair of chromosomes
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- One or more chromosomes have extra copies or are deficiennt
- Three or more forms of a gene that code for a single trait
- If the allele is present, the organism will die
- Order of genes is reversed
- Organism's physical appearance
- Will determine phenotype if just one is present
- Two different alleles code for a trait
- One allele is totally dominant over the other
- Both alleles are expressed
- Crossing an unknown individual with homozygous recessive to determine other genotype
- Mutation where a fragment of one chromosome attaches to a nonhomologous chromosome
- Pairing of homologous chromosomes
- Randomly inactivated x chromosome in females
- Two of the same alleles code for a trait
26 Clues: Genetic makeup • Order of genes is reversed • Alternative form of a gene • Both alleles are expressed • Organism's physical appearance • Unit of hereditary information • Pairing of homologous chromosomes • One half of a duplicated chromosome • Portion of a chromosome is duplicated • Loss of fragment or loss of nucleotide • Two different alleles code for a trait • ...
genetics crossword 2023-11-29
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- weaker
- same
- a type of cell division that results in four daughter cells
- the genetic constitution of an individual organism.
- a characteristic ex)black hair
- the record of an animal
- how likely some thing is to happen
- a thing that gives you traits
- a tool used to predict the variations that can come from cross breeding.
- bred of 2 different breeds
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- a structure of protein found in the nucleus
- the study of genes
- stronger
- different
- the passing of a trait genetically
- a physical trait
- a type of cell division that results in two daughter cells
- an alternate form of a gene
- holds the instruction to genes
- bred of the same breed
20 Clues: same • weaker • stronger • different • a physical trait • the study of genes • bred of the same breed • the record of an animal • bred of 2 different breeds • an alternate form of a gene • a thing that gives you traits • a characteristic ex)black hair • holds the instruction to genes • the passing of a trait genetically • how likely some thing is to happen • ...
Genetics Vocabulary 2023-11-20
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- the study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics
- having inherited different versions (alleles) of a genomic marker from each biological parent
- the action of inheriting
- a table in which all of the possible outcomes for a genetic cross between two individuals with known genotypes are given
- a trait that is expressed only when genotype is homozygous
- having inherited the same versions (alleles) of a genomic marker from each biological parent
- the genetic constitution of an individual organism
- discovered the basic principles of heredity and laid the mathematical foundation of the science of genetics
- threadlike structures made of protein and a single molecule of DNA that serve to carry the genomic information from cell to cell
- exposures to substances where we live or work, behaviors that can increase an individual's risk of disease or stressful situations
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- the passing on of physical or mental characteristics genetically from one generation to another
- to the relationship between two versions of a gen
- the set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment
- the production of offspring by a sexual or asexual process
- a unit of heredity which is transferred from a parent to offspring and is held to determine some characteristic of the offspring
- The traits which are transmitted by the parent to its offspring during the process of fertilization
- variations of a gene that can result in different traits in living things
- the relationship between an observed trait and the two inherited versions of a gene
- bred from parents of the same breed or variety
- the membrane-enclosed organelle within a cell that contains the chromosomes
- a trait that is expressed only when genotype is homozygous
21 Clues: the action of inheriting • bred from parents of the same breed or variety • to the relationship between two versions of a gen • the genetic constitution of an individual organism • the production of offspring by a sexual or asexual process • a trait that is expressed only when genotype is homozygous • a trait that is expressed only when genotype is homozygous • ...
Genetics Crossword 2023-11-17
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- Selectively modify DNA
- Is the process through which information encoded in messenger RNA directs the addition of amino acids during protein synthesis
- Is the process of making an RNA copy of a gene’s DNA sequence
- Occurs in a genome when a single base pair is added, deleted or changed
- The entire DNA instructions found in a cell
- The Structure of DNA
- Basic building block of RNA and DNA
- Instructions that tell the cell on how to make a specific protein
- Some contribute to an individual’s observable traits, called the phenotype
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- Insertion or deletion of nucleotides
- The DNA that you inherit from your parents
- Change in the DNA sequence in an organism
- DNA change that results in different amino acids being encoded at a particular position in the resulting protein
- DNA that is past down
- The four nucleotide bases in DNA
- Complex molecules that play important roles in the body
- What builds a protein
- DNA or RNA sequence of three nucleotides
- Makes up observable traits
- Combination of all genes
20 Clues: The Structure of DNA • DNA that is past down • What builds a protein • Selectively modify DNA • Combination of all genes • Makes up observable traits • The four nucleotide bases in DNA • Basic building block of RNA and DNA • Insertion or deletion of nucleotides • DNA or RNA sequence of three nucleotides • Change in the DNA sequence in an organism • ...
Genetics Crossword 2024-04-04
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- a table in which all of the possible outcomes for a genetic cross between two individuals with known genotypes are given
- a characteristic, such as height or skin color, that is influenced by two or more genes
- The molecule that carries genetic information for the development and functioning of an organism
- A diagram of family history that uses standardized symbols
- a type of cell division in sexually reproducing organisms that reduces the number of chromosomes in gametes
- any observable feature, or trait, of an organism, whether acquired or inherited
- a form of Gene interaction in which both alleles of a gene at a locus are partially expressed, often resulting in an intermediate or different phenotype
- a reproductive cell of an animal or plant
- genetic information in the form of genes the molecule that carries genetic information for the development and functioning of an organism
- the observable physical properties of an organism
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- certain patterns of how traits are passed from parents to offspring
- the presence of two complete sets of chromosomes in an organism's cells
- having different alleles for a particular trait
- describes how different genes independently separate from one another when reproductive cells develop
- cells in the body other than sperm and egg cells
- greater influence by one of a pair of genes
- a type of inheritance in which two versions (alleles) of the same gene are expressed separately to yield different traits in an individual
- One of two or more versions of a genetic sequence at a particular region on a chromosome
- The basic unit of heredity passed from parent to child
- a trait that is expressed only when genotype is homozygous
- having inherited the same versions (alleles) of a genomic marker from each biological parent
- the genetic makeup of an organism
- a cell that contains a single set of chromosomes
23 Clues: the genetic makeup of an organism • a reproductive cell of an animal or plant • greater influence by one of a pair of genes • having different alleles for a particular trait • cells in the body other than sperm and egg cells • a cell that contains a single set of chromosomes • the observable physical properties of an organism • ...
Genetics Crossword 2024-04-05
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- the relationship between two versions of a gene
- a type of cell division that reduces the number of chromosomes in the parent cell by half and produces four gamete cells
- a reproductive cell of an animal or plant
- having different alleles for a particular trait
- one of two or more alternative forms of a gene
- a characteristic, such as height or skin color, that is influenced by two or more genes
- how different genes independently separate from one another when reproductive cells develop
- a trait that is expressed only when the genotype is homozygous
- a square diagram that is composed of a grid of usually four boxes
- diagram of family history that uses standardized symbols
- distinguishing quality or characteristic
- the genetic constitution of an individual organism
- an inheritance pattern where two alleles are expressed equally, and neither allele is dominant or recessive
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- a form of Gene interaction in which both alleles of a gene at a locus are partially expressed, often resulting in an intermediate or different phenotype
- the set of observable characteristics of an individual
- any observable feature, or trait, of an organism
- certain patterns of how traits are passed from parents to offspring
- structure of nucleic acids and protein
- the presence of two complete sets of chromosomes in an organism's cells, with each parent contributing a chromosome to each pair
- basic unit of heredity passed from parent to child
- cells in the body other than sperm and egg cells
- a cell that contains a single set of chromosomes
- molecule that carries genetic information
- having inherited the same versions (alleles) of a genomic marker from each biological parent
24 Clues: structure of nucleic acids and protein • distinguishing quality or characteristic • a reproductive cell of an animal or plant • molecule that carries genetic information • one of two or more alternative forms of a gene • the relationship between two versions of a gene • having different alleles for a particular trait • any observable feature, or trait, of an organism • ...
Genetics Vocabulary 2024-12-05
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- The likelihood of a genetic outcome.
- The physical appearance of a trait (e.g., brown eyes).
- Having two different alleles for a trait (e.g., Bb).
- A pair of chemical building blocks in DNA (A pairs with T, C pairs with G).
- When both alleles in a pair are expressed equally (e.g., AB blood type).
- The molecule that contains genetic information.
- The genetic makeup of an organism (e.g., Bb or bb).
- A version of a gene, such as dominant or recessive.
- A change in the DNA sequence that can affect traits.
- A structure in the cell's nucleus that contains DNA.
- A chart that shows family relationships and how traits are inherited.
- All the genetic material of an organism.
- The part of the cell that holds chromosomes.
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- When neither allele is completely dominant, resulting in a blend of traits.
- An allele that is hidden by a dominant allele.
- A chart used to predict the genetic outcomes of a cross.
- An individual who has one recessive allele for a trait but does not show the trait.
- A characteristic, such as eye color or height, passed from parents to offspring.
- Having two identical alleles for a trait (e.g., BB or bb).
- An allele that hides the presence of a recessive allele in a trait.
- The passing of traits from parents to offspring.
- A segment of DNA that determines a specific trait.
22 Clues: The likelihood of a genetic outcome. • All the genetic material of an organism. • The part of the cell that holds chromosomes. • An allele that is hidden by a dominant allele. • The molecule that contains genetic information. • The passing of traits from parents to offspring. • A segment of DNA that determines a specific trait. • ...
Genetics Vocab 2025-01-09
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- letters that are represented by different sized letters: Aa
- Each parent gives _________ the DNA to its offspring
- type of letter that represents a dominant trait
- the physical appearance of an organism (visible traits)
- traits that ALWAYS show up if you have it
- Meiosis creates 4 genetically ________________ cells
- Mitosis creates ________________ cells
- type of letter that represents a recessive trait
- genetic makeup of an organism ex. AA, Aa, aa
- type of transport that includes diffusion and osmosis
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- letters that are represented by the same size: AA or aa
- type of cell that does not have a nucleus
- the scientific term to represent egg/sperm
- organelle that holds the DNA in the cell
- a chart that shows a trait over multiple generations
- type of transport that includes Ion pump and endocytosis
- carries the genetic information of an organism
- type of eukaryote cell with a cell wall
- traits that only show up if you have two lowercase
- A specific characteristic that is inherited, like eye color or hair color
20 Clues: Mitosis creates ________________ cells • type of eukaryote cell with a cell wall • organelle that holds the DNA in the cell • type of cell that does not have a nucleus • traits that ALWAYS show up if you have it • the scientific term to represent egg/sperm • genetic makeup of an organism ex. AA, Aa, aa • carries the genetic information of an organism • ...
Genetics Crossword 2025-02-20
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- The alleles are the same eg. BB or bb
- An allele that is always expressed if it is present
- Refers to the way in which characteristics are passed on from one generation to another
- A feature of an organism that is passed on from one generation to another eg. hair colour, eye colour
- A substance that can cause a mutation
- Made up of DNA and contains genes
- repeating unit found in DNA.
- A change of a base of DNA
- A,T,G,C in DNA, A,U,G,C in RNA
- The alleles are different
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- The difference in individuals within a population of the same species
- Type of variation where traits can only take a limited number of categories (Eye colour, blood type). Plotted on a bar chart.
- The trait that is expressed /shown.
- A type of selection to breeding organisms for particular desirable characteristics that benefit humans
- The part of the cell that contains genetic material. Controls the cells activity
- Type of variation where traits can take any numerical value over a large range (height, mass). Plotted on line graph or histogram
- An individual who does not have an inherited disease but has a single allele for the disease
- The combination of alleles are present eg. BB or Bb or bb
- Two copies of this allele must be present for it to be expressed
- A section of DNA that codes for a trait/protein
- An alternative form of a gene eg. B or b
21 Clues: A change of a base of DNA • The alleles are different • repeating unit found in DNA. • A,T,G,C in DNA, A,U,G,C in RNA • Made up of DNA and contains genes • The trait that is expressed /shown. • The alleles are the same eg. BB or bb • A substance that can cause a mutation • An alternative form of a gene eg. B or b • A section of DNA that codes for a trait/protein • ...
Mendel Genetics 2025-03-30
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- Trait that hides unless it gets two copies
- Trait carried on the X chromosome — often affects males more
- Symbol for a female on a pedigree
- Blood phenotype type if genotype is ii
- What the trait actually looks like — the visible result of your DNA
- The actual alleles an organism has — genetic “behind the scenes”
- Monk with a pea obsession who became the father of genetics
- Alleles of different genes sort independently
- Plant used to unlock the secrets of heredity — green and wrinkly never mattered so much
- Family tree that tracks inherited traits
- Trait controlled by many genes — like height or skin tone
- Law sescribing alleles separating during gamete formation
- 9:3:3:1Phenotypic ration seen in a __________ cross
- One gene masks the effect of another
- Two identical alleles — either double dominant or double recessive
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- Neither allele is completely dominant — red + white = pink flowers
- Handy tool for predicting offspring genotypes
- Both alleles are fully expressed — like blood types A and B playing nice
- Both genes and environment influence traits — it’s a team effort
- Inheritance pattern where only one mutant allele is needed to show the trait
- Different forms of a gene
- A change in the DNA
- Someone who has one copy of a recessive allele but shows no symptoms
- Inheritance pattern where two copies are needed to express the trait
- Two different alleles
- Trait that shows up even with just one copy
26 Clues: A change in the DNA • Two different alleles • Different forms of a gene • Symbol for a female on a pedigree • One gene masks the effect of another • Blood phenotype type if genotype is ii • Family tree that tracks inherited traits • Trait that hides unless it gets two copies • Trait that shows up even with just one copy • Handy tool for predicting offspring genotypes • ...
Genetics definitions 2025-10-20
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- a pair of different alleles
- identifying the exact order of bases in a DNA strand
- set of alleles that an organism has
- a catastrophic drop in population numbers
- comparing genetic markers
- a gene that is expressed when no dominant gene is present
- animals move from one population to another
- differences between individuals in a population
- the expression of the genotype
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- nucleus structure made of DNA
- individuals from a population establish a new population
- a pair of alleles that are the same
- pair of chromosome coding for the same trait
- identifying species by the bases on a nucleotide in a marker
- process of sequencing DNA to identify mutations
- a group of the same species living in the same geographical area
- sequences of bases unique to a species in a known location on a chromosome
- a cell containing the haploid number of chromosomes
- a gene that is expressed if present
- a form of reproduction producing gametes
20 Clues: comparing genetic markers • a pair of different alleles • nucleus structure made of DNA • the expression of the genotype • a pair of alleles that are the same • set of alleles that an organism has • a gene that is expressed if present • a form of reproduction producing gametes • a catastrophic drop in population numbers • animals move from one population to another • ...
Genetics Crossword 2025-11-13
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- Finding out how related two individuals are using genetic tracking tools
- Finding the base sequence of a section of DNA
- Has both alleles for a gene
- A mutation that doesn't change the protein created
- Has two different alleles for one gene
- Two of the same chromosomes with different alleles
- Finding the base sequence of DNA in an individual
- When related individuals have offspring
- The physical expression of the genotype
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- A section of DNA that codes for a specific trait
- A permanent change to the base sequence of DNA
- A mutation that makes it difficult for an organism to survive
- The part of the cell where DNA is located
- A molecule that holds genetic information
- An alternative form of a gene
- A tightly wound strand of DNA
- The combinations of alleles in an organism
- A known location of a DNA sequence in a chromosome
- A sugar, phosphate and base
- A mutation that helps an organism survive
- Tracking genes through a family or population
21 Clues: Has both alleles for a gene • A sugar, phosphate and base • An alternative form of a gene • A tightly wound strand of DNA • Has two different alleles for one gene • When related individuals have offspring • The physical expression of the genotype • The part of the cell where DNA is located • A molecule that holds genetic information • ...
Genetics 2024-03-07
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- A chain of genetic instructions from parents
- The father of modern genetics
- All the DNA that makes up one trait (i.e hair)
- The passing of traits and characteristics from parents to offspring
- An organism's children,pups, cubs, etc
- A mother or father of an organism
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- Brown hair is...
- Blue eyes are...
- hair A physical trait
- The study of how features are passed from parents
- A characteristic
11 Clues: Brown hair is... • Blue eyes are... • A characteristic • hair A physical trait • The father of modern genetics • A mother or father of an organism • An organism's children,pups, cubs, etc • A chain of genetic instructions from parents • All the DNA that makes up one trait (i.e hair) • The study of how features are passed from parents • ...
E 2023-12-20
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- a thing, honestly
- two different alleles
- the genetic makeup of an organism
- present when allele is present
- two identical alleles
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- a form of genes, in traits can be dominant or recessive
- the study of genetics and heredity
- the physical characteristics of an organism
- hidden by dominant allele when they’re present
- a genetically determined characteristic
10 Clues: a thing, honestly • two different alleles • two identical alleles • present when allele is present • the genetic makeup of an organism • the study of genetics and heredity • a genetically determined characteristic • the physical characteristics of an organism • hidden by dominant allele when they’re present • a form of genes, in traits can be dominant or recessive
genetics 2022-01-31
10 Clues: found in DNA • makes you you • father of genetics • another word for traits • used to determine genetics • 23 pairs 46 in the whole nucleus • the genetic makeup of an organism • traits passed down to an offspring • a trait that is covered by a dominant trait • the aperence of an organism that you can see
genetics 2022-01-31
10 Clues: found in DNA • makes you you • father of genetics • another word for traits • used to determine genetics • 23 pairs 46 in the whole nucleus • the genetic makeup of an organism • traits passed down to an offspring • a trait that is covered by a dominant trait • the aperence of an organism that you can see
Genetics 2022-12-15
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- Next generation
- Passing of genetic characteristic to offspring
- Forms a helix ladder, contains genes
- Threadlike structure in nucleus of most cells
- Made up of DNA, some code for proteins
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- square Models that predict genetic traits
- The study of heredity
- Father of genetics
- An egg that has been fertilized by a sperm
- A genetically determined characteristic
10 Clues: Next generation • Father of genetics • The study of heredity • Forms a helix ladder, contains genes • Made up of DNA, some code for proteins • A genetically determined characteristic • square Models that predict genetic traits • An egg that has been fertilized by a sperm • Threadlike structure in nucleus of most cells • Passing of genetic characteristic to offspring
GENETICS 2024-02-29
8 Clues: PAIR OF ALLELES • MOST ACCEPTED LAW • FATHER OF GENETICS • DOMINANT SEED COLOUR • GENETIC CONSTITUTION • NUMBER OF CONTRASTING TRAITS • SATIVUM EXPERIMENTAL MATERIAL • BRANCH RELATED TO HEREDITY AND VARIATION
Molecular Genetics 2014-01-12
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- Fragment end of DNA that is fully base-paired after having been cleaved by a restriction enzyme.
- This sequence of DNA binds RNA polymerase to initiate transcription.
- This scientist discovered the base-pairing rule for DNA.
- Enzymes that are able to cleave double stranded DNA into fragments.
- This enzyme removes the introns from the transcripted DNA.
- This type of RNA is used to make ribosomes.
- Three bases that serve as a code for amino acids.
- A cluster of structural genes located on bacterial chromosomes.
- This is the coding region of DNA in transcription.
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- Replicating strand that is not synthesized continuously.
- Adenine and thymine belong to this group of nucleotides.
- A structure level of DNA that involves a 3D shape with major and minor grooves along its length.
- 5' caps added onto transcripted DNA are made of this.
- A protein that releases a finished polypeptide from the ribosome after translation is completed.
- The third and final step of transcription.
- Coding region of DNA.
- Enzyme that unwinds the DNA helix by severing H-bonds.
- In translation, the mRNA start codon enters this site for translation to begin.
- This type of mutation results from base pairs switching sides; is the cause of sickle cell anemia.
- Small circular pieces of DNA that can enter and exit bacteria.
20 Clues: Coding region of DNA. • The third and final step of transcription. • This type of RNA is used to make ribosomes. • Three bases that serve as a code for amino acids. • This is the coding region of DNA in transcription. • 5' caps added onto transcripted DNA are made of this. • Enzyme that unwinds the DNA helix by severing H-bonds. • ...
Genetics Crossword 2015-07-31
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- The region of a gene required for initiating synthesis of an RNA copy (8)
- Collective name for chromosomes 1-22 (9)
- A change in the base sequence or structure of the DNA, often as a result of damage to DNA (8)
- An individual with two different alleles of a gene (12)
- This DNA is only inherited from the mother (13)
- Type of cell division used for cell proliferation (7)
- Failure of chromosomes to segregate / separate during cell division (3,11)
- Processing of RNA to generate messenger RNA (8)
- The part of a chromosome that has an essential role in ensuring correct segregation during cell division (10)
- The sections of a gene that become part of the mature messenger RNA (5)
- The sections of a gene that are spliced out of a transcript to generate messenger RNA (7)
- A genetic variant that has a frequency of at least 1% in the population (12)
- The complete gene sequence for an organism (6)
- The ends of chromosomes (9)
- Type of cell division used to generate gametes (7)
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- Where three copies of a particular chromosome are present, instead of the normal two copies (7)
- When a mutation is ___________ it takes only one mutant allele to cause disease (8)
- Arrangement displaying the chromosomes of an individual in order (9)
- When a mutation is ___________ the effect of the mutation will not be seen in the presence of a normal allele (9)
- An individual with two identical alleles of a gene (10)
- A word used to describe a DNA sequence or structural difference compared to the reference genome (7)
- The process of making protein according to the instructions in messenger RNA (11)
- The enzyme that makes DNA (3,10)
- A modification of DNA which can make genes inactive (11)
- One of two or more alternative forms of a DNA sequence or gene (6)
- The process by which material can be exchanged between the two copies of a chromosome (13)
- A region of repetitive DNA in which the repeat units are about 2-6 base pairs (14)
- A group of three bases that codes for a particular amino acid (5)
- A deletion or insertion in the coding DNA sequence that alters the way in which the sequence is read (10)
- A replicated chromosome consists of two of these (10)
- The cellular process in which an RNA copy is made from DNA (13)
- The genetic constitution of an organism (8)
- The appearance or characteristics of an individual (9)
- A condition in which the wrong number of chromosomes are present (10)
- A modification of histones which can help gene activation (11)
- A region on a chromosome, seen as a light or dark area following staining with Giemsa (4)
- The complex of DNA with proteins including histones (9)
- Where only one copy of a particular chromosome is present, instead of the normal two copies (8)
- The study of genes and inheritance (8)
39 Clues: The ends of chromosomes (9) • The enzyme that makes DNA (3,10) • The study of genes and inheritance (8) • Collective name for chromosomes 1-22 (9) • The genetic constitution of an organism (8) • The complete gene sequence for an organism (6) • This DNA is only inherited from the mother (13) • Processing of RNA to generate messenger RNA (8) • ...
Animal Genetics 2016-03-06
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- the enzyme that lays down RNA primer to start DNA replication
- nitrogenous bases that have two rings
- chromatin located in the centromeres and telomeres that is not typically transcribed
- the enzyme that ligates the fragments from the lagging strand
- the main enzyme used in DNA replication
- these fragments occur on the lagging strand due to noncontinuous replication
- the enzyme that relaxes supercoiling
- a molecule with repeating units
- a virus that attacks a bacteria
- proteins that stabilize separated DNA strands and prevent it from coming back together during replication
- a pentose sugar found in RNA
- dispensable minor chromosomes located in prokaryotes
- a complex of DNA and chromosomal protein
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- DNA bound around a histone is called this and multiple look like beads on a string
- in what way/direction is DNA replicated
- the bases of DNA strands are connected by this
- these organisms typically have a circular chromosome
- the two strands of DNA are arranged in this way
- type of chromatin that undergoes change during cell cyle and is actively transcribed
- DNA replication is know to follow this type of model in which parental DNA strand is used as a template
- the total amount of DNA in the haploid species is known as this
- the bond that connects nucleotides on the same DNA strand
- the enzyme that unwinds DNA
- the phase in which DNA is most condensed
- a pentose sugar found in DNA
- contains a sugar and a base
- a pyrimidine only found in RNA
- the abundant protein found in DNA for condensing
- the enzyme that has 5'-3' exonuclease activity and removes RNA primer and replaces it with DNA
- site where DNA strands separate to initiate replication is
30 Clues: the enzyme that unwinds DNA • contains a sugar and a base • a pentose sugar found in DNA • a pentose sugar found in RNA • a pyrimidine only found in RNA • a molecule with repeating units • a virus that attacks a bacteria • the enzyme that relaxes supercoiling • nitrogenous bases that have two rings • in what way/direction is DNA replicated • ...
Genetics Crossword 2018-02-20
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- Gregor Mendel studied ____ plants
- If Black is the dominant form of a trait and white is the recessive form, what color feathers will a chicken with a geneotype of Bb have?
- The genetic makeup of an organism
- A ____ allele is one whose trait always shows up in the organism when the trait is present
- An organism with two kinds of alleles for a trait
- A specific characteristic such as height or eye color is called a ____
- Two parents pass traits to the offspring
- The passing of physical characteristics from parent to offspring
- Alleles that are hidden when a dominant allele is present are called ____ alleles
- Traits that are passed down from parent to offspring are called ____ traits
- A ____ organism is the offspring of many generations that have the same form of a trait
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- The scientific study of heredity
- Reproduction with only one parent
- The process of ____ is when a new organism begins to form when egg and sperm cells join
- A priest who's experiments would one day transform the study of heredity
- Offspring of many generations that have the same form of a trait
- A diagram used to predict an outcome of a particular cross or breeding experiment
- Traits that are not inherited are ____ traits
- Physical traits of an organism
- The different forms of a gene
20 Clues: The different forms of a gene • Physical traits of an organism • The scientific study of heredity • Gregor Mendel studied ____ plants • Reproduction with only one parent • The genetic makeup of an organism • Two parents pass traits to the offspring • Traits that are not inherited are ____ traits • An organism with two kinds of alleles for a trait • ...
Genetics Crossword 2020-02-17
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- Stalk that holds up the Stigma
- How many of one to how many of another
- The joining of the egg and sperm cells to create new life
- Represents the Dominant Allele
- The chance something will occur
- Holds up the Anther
- Only one plant needed because the plant pollinates itself
- A tool used to predict the possible combinations of Alleles of the offspring
- The male reproductive system of a plant
- The transfer of Pollen from the Anther to the Stigma by wind or animals
- The passing of traits from parents to offspring
- Stronger than a Recessive trait
- Having two of the same Alleles
- Holds Pollen
- Represents the Recessive Allele
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- The transfer of pollen from the Anther of the plant to the Stigma of another plant
- The chance of an event occuring out of 100
- The type of plants that Mendel experimented with
- Female reproductive system of a plant
- The study of Heredity
- Bred from parents of the same breed or variety
- Sticky to catch Pollen
- Various forms of 1 gene
- A trait not as strong as a Dominant trait
- Egg cells of the plant
- The Father of Genetics
- A physical trait resulting from a Genotype
- Having 2 different Alleles
- Inherited Alleles that are you genetic make-up
- The offspring of two parents of different species or varieties
30 Clues: Holds Pollen • Holds up the Anther • The study of Heredity • Sticky to catch Pollen • Egg cells of the plant • The Father of Genetics • Various forms of 1 gene • Having 2 different Alleles • Stalk that holds up the Stigma • Represents the Dominant Allele • Having two of the same Alleles • The chance something will occur • Stronger than a Recessive trait • Represents the Recessive Allele • ...
Genetics Review 2019-12-17
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- something shaped like a twisted ladder
- A jelly like fluid inside the cell in which the organelles are suspended
- cells that do not have a nucleus, the DNA floats freely in the cytoplasm
- the scientific study of heredity
- a pair of nitrogen bases that bond together in a DNA strand
- one of the four nitrogen bases, binds to thymine
- the result of small changes over time in the frequency a gene occurs in a population, which may gradually result in the formation of a new species
- a change in the genetic structure or the structure of the nitrogen bases.
- process illustrates how the genetic traits that give organisms a survival advantage will have a higher chance to reproduce and pass on their genes
- one of the four nitrogen bases, binds to adenineObjective: To introduce what DNA is, the main function, and the possibility & effects of mutations.
- a sequence of nitrogen bases that provides the instructions for building a protein
- made of two or more elements bonded together; a molecule
- chemical compounds that are the building blocks of proteins
- the central part of a eukaryotic cell
- an organic compound composed of amino acids
- one of the four nitrogen bases, binds to cytosine
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- one of the compounds that makes up the outer sides of the DNA helix; PO4
- the compounds that make up the rungs of DNA and whose order forms the genetic code
- the molecule that carries genetic information
- a tightly wrapped and coiled up strand of DNA that is preparing for replication
- the complete set of an organism’s chromosomes
- cells that have a DNA in a nucleus
- one of the four nitrogen bases, binds to guanine
23 Clues: the scientific study of heredity • cells that have a DNA in a nucleus • the central part of a eukaryotic cell • something shaped like a twisted ladder • an organic compound composed of amino acids • the molecule that carries genetic information • the complete set of an organism’s chromosomes • one of the four nitrogen bases, binds to thymine • ...
Genetics Vocabulary 2021-02-15
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- The act of manipulating one’s genes for an outcome
- The code in each cell
- The process of over many generations a specimen changes due to adaptations and mutations
- What the code conveys about your appearance
- A way of understanding the outcomes of fertilization
- When one cell splits to create two exactly the same daughter cells
- The actual code of a chromosome
- the trait that expresses itself even if there are other traits
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- The process of one cell forming four gametes
- The strands on information in cells
- A trait that does not appear often among specimens
- when one specimen is breed with another specimen to carry over a specific trait
- When a pollen from a different flower enters the ovary of another
- The code that decides what makes you you.
- The chromosome that decides one’s gender
- When the ovary in a flower is fertilized bu its own pollen
- When the code for trait has different codes but the dominant one has taken effect
- When the code of a trait consists of code for only 1 trait
- Traits that are acquired from your parents
- each of two or more alternative forms of a gene that arise by mutation and are found at the same place on a chromosome
20 Clues: The code in each cell • The actual code of a chromosome • The strands on information in cells • The chromosome that decides one’s gender • The code that decides what makes you you. • Traits that are acquired from your parents • What the code conveys about your appearance • The process of one cell forming four gametes • A trait that does not appear often among specimens • ...
biology genetics 2021-01-11
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- dystrophy, the group of disorders in which muscle size and strength gradually decrease over time
- an inherited disorder in which blood fails to clot normally because of deficiency or abnormality of one of the clotting factors
- the study of structure and function of the cell
- a diagram showing the relationship between people in the family
- a dominant allele doesn´t completely mask the effects of a recessive allele: __________ dominance
- a group of inherited disorders in which there is little or no production of melanin
- an organism with non-identical pairs of genes (alleles) for a specific trait
- an organism with identical pairs of genes (alleles) for a specific trait
- a dominant allele completely masks the effects of the recessive allele: ___________ dominance
- same genotype and phenotype in the F1 generation
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- an inherited blood disorder in which the body produces an abnormal from of haemoglobin
- syndrome, a chromosomal disorder caused by an error in cell division that results in an extra 21st chromosome
- the branch of science which deals with the study of heredity
- fibrosis, an inherited disorder that affects the production of mucus, sweat and digestive enzymes
- observable characteristics or traits of organism
- the branch of genetics which studies structure and function of chromosomes
- genetically identical individual that is earned by asexual reproduction
- type, a homozygous male AB-type and heterozygous B type female have children. Which blood type will their children most likely have (the blood type with the highest percentage)
- neither allele can mask the effects of the other, they are both dominant
- organisms which have 2n chromosomes (plants)
20 Clues: organisms which have 2n chromosomes (plants) • the study of structure and function of the cell • observable characteristics or traits of organism • same genotype and phenotype in the F1 generation • the branch of science which deals with the study of heredity • a diagram showing the relationship between people in the family • ...
Genetics Project 2020-12-12
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- DNA and protein that make up chromosomes
- two sets of chromosomes
- when you rearrange a chromosome
- DNA pushed together in dividing cells
- total amount of chromosomes humans have
- also known as simple cell division
- first phase of cell cycle
- the division that separates sister chromatids
- the fourth and final stage of cell cycle
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- one set of chromosomes
- amount of pairs of chromosomes humans have
- division of the cytoplasm to form two separate daughter cells
- when the chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell during division
- help separate chromosomes during mitosis
- process where cell divides into two daughter cells
- number of chromatids that are in the duplicated chromosome
- third phase of mitosis
- controls the cell during mitosis
- organism that contains a nucleus in their cell
- cells that take part in reproduction
20 Clues: one set of chromosomes • third phase of mitosis • two sets of chromosomes • first phase of cell cycle • when you rearrange a chromosome • controls the cell during mitosis • also known as simple cell division • cells that take part in reproduction • DNA pushed together in dividing cells • total amount of chromosomes humans have • DNA and protein that make up chromosomes • ...
Genetics Review 2017-03-20
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- In RNA, this base replaces Thymine
- Austrian Monk who studied genetics using pea plants
- always matches with Adenine in DNA
- the genes an individual has
- When a sequence of DNA is copied into mRNA
- When mRNA is used to create proteins from amino acid codons
- The enzyme that "unzips" DNA
- two genes are different ex.Tt
- The physical characteristics an individual has
- A cluster of histones with its wrapped DNA is called a ______________
- type of bond between base pairs
- Building block of DNA made up of a pentose sugar, phosphate, and nitrogenous base
- m in mRNA
- always matches with Cytosine in DNA
- r in rRNA
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- Process of producing two identical DNA strands from one parent strand of DNA
- When both genes are expressed or show up at the same time ex. Red x White = Red and White
- t in tRNA
- the side rails of DNA are made up of alternating sugar and _____________
- diagram used to predict the outcome of a particular cross or breeding
- genes that cover or mask the expression of recessive genes
- The enzyme that adds new nucleotides to DNA
- When one pair of genes prevents or blocks the expression of another pair of genes
- always matches with Thymine in DNA
- rungs of DNA are made up of nitrogenous __________
- __________ Dominance occurs when the heterozygous offspring is a mix of the two original phenotypes ex. Red x White = Pink
- always matches with Guanine in DNA
- Both genes are the same ex.TT
- the structure of DNA discovered by Watson and Crick
- genes that are covered or masked by dominant genes
- __________ Inheritance is when a trait is controlled by more than one pair of genes
- DNA is wrapped around proteins called __________
32 Clues: t in tRNA • m in mRNA • r in rRNA • the genes an individual has • The enzyme that "unzips" DNA • Both genes are the same ex.TT • two genes are different ex.Tt • type of bond between base pairs • In RNA, this base replaces Thymine • always matches with Adenine in DNA • always matches with Thymine in DNA • always matches with Guanine in DNA • always matches with Cytosine in DNA • ...
Genetics Review 2017-03-20
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- always matches with Cytosine in DNA
- Both genes are the same ex.TT
- the structure of DNA discovered by Watson and Crick
- genes that cover or mask the expression of recessive genes
- rungs of DNA are made up of nitrogenous __________
- When a sequence of DNA is copied into mRNA
- always matches with Thymine in DNA
- Austrian Monk who studied genetics using pea plants
- Process of producing two identical DNA strands from one parent strand of DNA
- __________ Dominance occurs when the heterozygous offspring is a mix of the two original phenotypes ex. Red x White = Pink
- two genes are different ex.Tt
- __________ Inheritance is when a trait is controlled by more than one pair of genes
- genes that are covered or masked by dominant genes
- the side rails of DNA are made up of alternating sugar and _____________
- the genes an individual has
- In RNA, this base replaces Thymine
- always matches with Adenine in DNA
- DNA is wrapped around proteins called __________
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- When one pair of genes prevents or blocks the expression of another pair of genes
- type of bond between base pairs
- When both genes are expressed or show up at the same time ex. Red x White = Red and White
- diagram used to predict the outcome of a particular cross or breeding
- t in tRNA
- A cluster of histones with its wrapped DNA is called a ______________
- Building block of DNA made up of a pentose sugar, phosphate, and nitrogenous base
- When mRNA is used to create proteins from amino acid codons
- The enzyme that adds new nucleotides to DNA
- The physical characteristics an individual has
- m in mRNA
- The enzyme that "unzips" DNA
- r in rRNA
- always matches with Guanine in DNA
32 Clues: t in tRNA • m in mRNA • r in rRNA • the genes an individual has • The enzyme that "unzips" DNA • Both genes are the same ex.TT • two genes are different ex.Tt • type of bond between base pairs • always matches with Thymine in DNA • always matches with Guanine in DNA • In RNA, this base replaces Thymine • always matches with Adenine in DNA • always matches with Cytosine in DNA • ...
Genetics vocabulary 2017-01-05
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- various forms of the same gene
- ratio that compares a number to 100
- 2 of the same alleles (DD,dd)
- another name for homozygous
- alleles are capital and expressed in the phenotype, even if only 1 is present
- another name for heterozygous
- if the 2 alleles are different (Dd)
- cells with a nucleus
- father of genetics
- a chart used to illustrate how the parents alleles might combine in offspring
- alleles are lower case letters, expressed in the phenotype, only if 2 are present
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- genetic material in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells
- describes the actual physical characteristics that can be seen
- shows the relationship between 2 quantities
- the physical structure in a cell that contains the cells genetic material or DNA
- likelihood or change a specific outcome in relation to the total number of outcomes
- the passing of genes from parent to offspring
- a cross that shows the inheritance of a single characteristic
- the place where 2 chromatids from chormosomes join
- the name for the genes an organism has
- a unit of heredity that occupies a specific location on a chromosome
21 Clues: father of genetics • cells with a nucleus • another name for homozygous • 2 of the same alleles (DD,dd) • another name for heterozygous • various forms of the same gene • ratio that compares a number to 100 • if the 2 alleles are different (Dd) • the name for the genes an organism has • shows the relationship between 2 quantities • the passing of genes from parent to offspring • ...
Genetics Crossword 2020-11-05
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- Each individual carries two alleles for each trait, these alleles are separated during meiosis. This is called the Principle of?
- A cell with a single set of chromosomes is ____.
- The general name for enzymes that relieve the twisting strain of unwinding DNA helix
- A cell with two sets of chromosomes is ____.
- The phase of the cell cycle in which Mitosis is not occurring.
- This person contributed to the discovery of the double helix shape but did not receive a Nobel Prize (last name)
- Term meaning both alleles are different.
- The number of pairs of chromosomes in humans
- Adenine and Guanine are in this category.
- This enzyme seals nicks in the replicated DNA strand
- A field of biology that studies how genes control appearance.
- Pairs with Cytosine
- Protein synthesis
- Adaptor molecule composed of RNA
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- 3’ → 5’ proofreading activity
- Replaces Thymine in RNA
- The number of sets of chromosomes in a cell
- Pairs with Adenine
- Cytosine and Thymine are in this category
- When you have genetic traits that come from your parents.
- A chart that shows relationships within a family.
- Short, discontinuous segments made during DNA replication
- The genetic makeup of a living thing.
- The father of genetics (last name)
- Humans have 46.
- This enzyme makes RNA primers.
- The scientist that disproved that the 4 nucleotides are present in equal amounts in DNA (last name)
- Two copies of the same allele.
- DNA → mRNA
- DNA’s shape.
30 Clues: DNA → mRNA • DNA’s shape. • Humans have 46. • Protein synthesis • Pairs with Adenine • Pairs with Cytosine • Replaces Thymine in RNA • 3’ → 5’ proofreading activity • This enzyme makes RNA primers. • Two copies of the same allele. • Adaptor molecule composed of RNA • The father of genetics (last name) • The genetic makeup of a living thing. • Term meaning both alleles are different. • ...
genetics vocabulary 2019-01-23
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- A complex molecule containing the genetic information that makes up the chromosomes.
- An organism that has two identical alleles for a trait
- to repeat, to copy, or to duplicate
- A trait that reappears in the second generation after disappearing in the first generation when parents with different traits are bred
- Process of making changes in the DNA code of living organisms
- A threadlike, gene-carrying structure found in the nucleus. Each chromosome consists of one very long DNA molecule and associated proteins.
- DNA segments that serve as the key functional units in hereditary transmission.
- genetic makeup of an organism
- a genetic factor that blocks another genetic factor
- Genetically modified organism made when DNA is removed from one organism and placed within the DNA of what can be a very different organism.
- the transplantation of normal genes into cells in place of missing or defective ones in order to correct genetic disorders.
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- Making a genetically identical copy of DNA or of an organism.
- An organism's physical appearance, or visible traits.
- macromolecules containing hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, carbon, and phosphorus
- Traits determined by the environment
- A characteristic that is passed from parent to offspring.
- Passing of traits from parents to offspring
- likelihood that a particular event will occur
- DNA produced by combining DNA from different sources
- An organism that has two different alleles for a trait
- Cell division that produces reproductive cells in sexually reproducing organisms
- Different forms of a gene
22 Clues: Different forms of a gene • genetic makeup of an organism • to repeat, to copy, or to duplicate • Traits determined by the environment • Passing of traits from parents to offspring • likelihood that a particular event will occur • a genetic factor that blocks another genetic factor • DNA produced by combining DNA from different sources • ...
Genetics Unit 2019-03-08
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- Mutations at the chromosomal level
- When one nucleotide base is substituted for another
- Mutation that causes a STOP codon
- How a specific trait is expressed (ex blue eyes)
- A complete set of chromosomes
- Mutation that doesn't change the amino acids
- When chromosomes randomly separate
- Two complete sets of chromosomes
- The genes for a specific trait
- A mutation that lengthens the DNA sequence
- Process of cell division that produces 4 daughter cells
- A change in an organism's DNA sequence
- Differences in the same species
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- Sperm and egg cells
- Characteristic
- Structure that contains the DNA
- Mutations that change the length of the DNA
- Above/over
- Mutation that changes the amino acids
- Sperm and egg cells
- Genetic material
- The failure of homologous chromosomes to separate during meiosis
- Chemical modifications to the genome
- A mutation that shortens the DNA sequence
- The DNA
- Number of pairs of chromosomes in sperm and egg cells
26 Clues: The DNA • Above/over • Characteristic • Genetic material • Sperm and egg cells • Sperm and egg cells • A complete set of chromosomes • The genes for a specific trait • Structure that contains the DNA • Differences in the same species • Two complete sets of chromosomes • Mutation that causes a STOP codon • Mutations at the chromosomal level • When chromosomes randomly separate • ...
Molecular Genetics 2024-05-22
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- section of DNA that contains the genes for proteinsfor a specific metabolic pathway.
- a change in the DNA sequence of an organism
- coding sequences that remain in the final mRNA.
- micrograph in which the pairs of homologous chromosomes are arranged in decreasing size.
- regulation,The ability of an organism to control which genes are transcribed in response to the enviroment.
- ligase,The enzyme that connects the okazaki fragments.
- which cause mutations.
- polymerase,The enzyme that catalyzes the addition of appropriate nucleotides to the new DNA strand.
- genes,A series of genes that controls the organs and tissues that develop in various parts of an embryo.
- the process of making an exact copy of something.
- nucleic acid simaliar to DNA. However it contains the sugar ribose, and uracil replaces thymine, usually single stranded.
- a base, a sugar, and a phosphate.
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- division in which sister chromatids fail to separate properly.
- three base code in DNA or mRNA.
- RNA,(mRNA) Long strands of RNA nucleotides that are formed complementary to one strand of DNA.
- interference,A process by which a special double-stranded RNA initiates the breakdown a complementary mRNA, blocking gene expression.
- RNA,(tRNA) smaller segments of RNA nucleotides that transport amino acids to the ribosome.
- helix,Twisted ladder shape, formed by two strands of nucleotides twisted around each other.
- change in the DNA sequence of a cell.
- the use of biology to develop new products, methods and organisms intended to improve human health and society.
- a molecule that contains the genetic code that is unique to every individual.
- polymerase,An enzyme that regulates RNA synthesis, binds to a specific section where mRNA will be synthesized.
- helicase,An enzyme which is responsible unwinding and unzipping the double helix.
- noncoding, intervening sequence within a eukaryotic gene.
- synthesis,the process by which amino acids are linearly arranged into proteins through the involvement of ribosomal RNA, transfer RNA, messenger RNA, and various enzymes.
25 Clues: which cause mutations. • three base code in DNA or mRNA. • a base, a sugar, and a phosphate. • change in the DNA sequence of a cell. • a change in the DNA sequence of an organism • coding sequences that remain in the final mRNA. • the process of making an exact copy of something. • ligase,The enzyme that connects the okazaki fragments. • ...
Molecular Genetics 2024-05-22
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- a molecule that contains the genetic code that is unique to every individual.
- noncoding, intervening sequence within a eukaryotic gene.
- change in the DNA sequence of a cell.
- nucleic acid simaliar to DNA. However it contains the sugar ribose, and uracil replaces thymine, usually single stranded.
- RNA,(rRNA)The type of RNA that associates with proteins to form ribosomes in the cytoplasm.
- which cause mutations.
- synthesis,the process by which amino acids are linearly arranged into proteins through the involvement of ribosomal RNA, transfer RNA, messenger RNA, and various enzymes.
- RNA,(tRNA) smaller segments of RNA nucleotides that transport amino acids to the ribosome.
- the process of making an exact copy of something.
- micrograph in which the pairs of homologous chromosomes are arranged in decreasing size.
- coding sequences that remain in the final mRNA.
- the process whereby genetic information coded in messenger RNA directs the formation of a specific protein at a ribosome in the cytoplasm.
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- a change in the DNA sequence of an organism
- the use of biology to develop new products, methods and organisms intended to improve human health and society.
- polymerase,The enzyme that catalyzes the addition of appropriate nucleotides to the new DNA strand.
- three base code in DNA or mRNA.
- a base, a sugar, and a phosphate.
- regulation,The ability of an organism to control which genes are transcribed in response to the enviroment.
- RNA,(mRNA) Long strands of RNA nucleotides that are formed complementary to one strand of DNA.
- section of DNA that contains the genes for proteinsfor a specific metabolic pathway.
- ligase,The enzyme that connects the okazaki fragments.
21 Clues: which cause mutations. • three base code in DNA or mRNA. • a base, a sugar, and a phosphate. • change in the DNA sequence of a cell. • a change in the DNA sequence of an organism • coding sequences that remain in the final mRNA. • the process of making an exact copy of something. • ligase,The enzyme that connects the okazaki fragments. • ...
Genetics Crossword 2024-04-24
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- The genetic phenomenon in which a trait is not observed, or is "hidden," in the phenotype of a heterozygous individual.
- a display of chromosome pairs from smallest to largest
- Process by which a sperm cell from a male unites with an egg cell from a female to produce offspring that inherit traits from both
- physical characteristic
- the process of transmitting genes from parent to offspring
- a sequence of DNA that determines one or more trait
- produced by asexual reproduction
- the passing of genes from generation to generation
- a representation of something
- the process of creating new cells
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- an educated guess
- a trait that "dominates" or "covers" another trait
- the process where organisms create an exact clone of themselves
- new organism created by sexual or asexual reproduction
- two identical alleles
- mating or crossing plants to produce offspring
- a version of a gene
- two different alleles
- an exact set of DNA for one person
- a specific characteristic that is different for each individual
20 Clues: an educated guess • a version of a gene • two identical alleles • two different alleles • physical characteristic • a representation of something • produced by asexual reproduction • the process of creating new cells • an exact set of DNA for one person • mating or crossing plants to produce offspring • a trait that "dominates" or "covers" another trait • ...
Genetics Unit 2024-04-24
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- new organism created by sexual or asexual reproduction
- a display of chromosome pairs from smallest to largest
- 2 different alleles
- process by which a sperm cell from a male unites with an egg cell from a female to produce offspring (inherits traits from both)
- the passing of genes from generation to generation
- educated guess
- trait that takes control over the recessive trait
- 2 of the same alleles
- a version of a gene
- madding or crossing plants to produce offspring
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- a specific characteristic that is different for each individual
- one parent, offspring will be the exact copy or clone of the parent
- trait that is "hidden" or not observed
- the process of transmitted genes from parent to offspring
- a sequence of DNA
- an organism or cell, or group of organisms or cells, produced asexually from one ancestor or stock, to which they are genetically identical
- an exact set of DNA for one person
- a representation of something
- physical characteristic
- two parents — inherits DNA from both parents, not an exact copy of one of the parents
20 Clues: educated guess • a sequence of DNA • 2 different alleles • a version of a gene • 2 of the same alleles • physical characteristic • a representation of something • an exact set of DNA for one person • trait that is "hidden" or not observed • madding or crossing plants to produce offspring • trait that takes control over the recessive trait • ...
LEARNING GENETICS 2024-05-06
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- The single base _____ in MC1R gene changing the amino acid sequence cause red hair in people.
- ________ in Biology Refers to the differences and variations between organisms
- The HA in HAS2 is the main cause the Skin to ____ more Becoming thick and wrinkled
- Species are groups of potential of interbreeding natural _________ that are reproductivley isolated from other groups.
- _____ in biology refers to the shared characteristicsand fundamentals that all living organisms have in common
- _____________ increases the resilience of ecosystems and ensures functions mantain a good balance and productivity.
- Some animals including but not limited to Shar Pei’s have more active skin do to the HAS2The HA in HAS2 is the main cause the Skin to (GROW) more Becoming thick and wrinkled
- The shuffling of Alleles are a huge ___________ to genetic variation within a population.
- The different verisons of genes are called _____
- What type of selection tends to increase genetic variation ________ selection
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- The two strands of gene trees are refered to as Mitocontral and _______ gene trees
- This ______ concept only fits some types of living things mainly plants and animals.
- A prime example of unity in ________ is the universal genetic code where DNA sequences are translated into proteins using the same set of codons in nearley all living organisms.
- is made of Nucleotides
- Alleles shuffle and switch at random creating whole new ___________
- Genetic variation is improtant because it allows species to _____
- According to research it has been proven that species can _________ producing stable offspring in naturally and in captivty
- Due to the two base substitution in the kertratin71 gene which changes a single _____ acid cause the vartion of curly hair in dogs.
- DNA is A very important organic chemical the contains _______ information
- Genetic variations can _____ and harm the host depending on type of situation
20 Clues: is made of Nucleotides • The different verisons of genes are called _____ • Genetic variation is improtant because it allows species to _____ • Alleles shuffle and switch at random creating whole new ___________ • DNA is A very important organic chemical the contains _______ information • ...
Genetics Review 2023-06-21
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- differences among individuals in a population or species
- the role/job of something; what it does
- start codon
- where DNA is stored in a cell
- able to perform its intended function
- the process of making identical copies of an organism's chromosomes (2 words)
- the process of cell division that makes sperm and egg cells
- the process of making specialized cells (2 words)
- a change in DNA sequence
- red flowers, tall plant, or short cat hair; for example (2 words)
- flower color, plant height, or pea shape, for example
- the number of alleles for each gene in a bone cell
- the genotype of an individual who has Sickle Cell Disease
- version of the trait an individual has
- polymer of DNA
- combination of alleles an individual has
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- the process of "turning on" a gene to make the protein it codes for (2 words)
- change in species over time
- unable to perform its intended function
- the shape of something
- monomer of DNA
- the part of an enzyme that has a specific shape to bind a specific substrate molecule (2 words)
- instructions for making a specific protein
- molecule that transports oxygen in red blood cells
- a protein that helps chemical reactions happen
- the process of cell division that makes more body cells
- version of a gene
- the genotype of an individual who has all round blood cells
- the number of chromosomes in a human egg cell
- the number of chromosomes in a human skin cell
- blue flowers, short plant, or long cat hair; for example (2 words)
- molecule that does work in cells
- the smallest unit of a living organism
- the number of alleles for each gene in a sperm cell
34 Clues: start codon • monomer of DNA • polymer of DNA • version of a gene • the shape of something • a change in DNA sequence • change in species over time • where DNA is stored in a cell • molecule that does work in cells • able to perform its intended function • version of the trait an individual has • the smallest unit of a living organism • unable to perform its intended function • ...
Genetics Vocabulary 2023-03-26
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- Bacteria are an example of a _______ and are unicellular organisms
- A scientist that studied pea plants that were controlled by just two alleles
- The parent duplicates its DNA then separates into daughter cells
- Most plants an animals undergo ______ reproduction
- This looks like a data table and helps predict phenotypes & genotypes
- Hydras use _______ to reproduce asexually. They have a new growth that breaks off from the adult body.
- Region of DNA where instructions for one trait are kept
- Any organism that has a nucleus has ______cells
- The likelihood that an event will happen
- The genetic makeup of a living thing
- These are the blueprints for all traits
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- You can use punnett squares to determine these, like Ff or ff
- Long molecules made of DNA that hold genes
- These are more complex organisms
- These are the most simple organisms and most produce asexually
- The physical appearance of a living thing
- ______ reproduction produces offspring that are identical to the parent
- This contains genetic information from its parents and will divide many times before it is fully grown
- ______ is when genetic traits are passed from a parent to their offspring
- Organisms undergo this to produce offspring
- Different versions of a gene
- Characteristic like hair, freckles, or dimples
- The trait that is hidden when other traits are present
- The field of biology that studies how genes control appearance
- The trait that is visible when other traits are present
25 Clues: Different versions of a gene • These are more complex organisms • The genetic makeup of a living thing • These are the blueprints for all traits • The likelihood that an event will happen • The physical appearance of a living thing • Long molecules made of DNA that hold genes • Organisms undergo this to produce offspring • Characteristic like hair, freckles, or dimples • ...
Genetics Exam 2023-04-10
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- The phase where two sister chromatids of each chromosome separate as the spindles pull the chromatids apart
- a cross in which 2 traits are being used
- Is the second step of genetic editing
- In bacteria, a small circle of DNA found outside the main chromosome is called a _________
- is when a cell makes a copy of RNA from DNA
- bonds with cytosine in both DNA and RNA
- Father of genetics, studied pea plants
- DNA molecule is packaged into thread-like structures in the cell called __________
- Brown eyes is an example of a ______________
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- Two different types of a gene
- ___________ Selection is the process through which populations of living organisms change naturally (ex. Giraffes getting longer necks over time to reach tall trees)
- is a well-known type of genome editing unique
- Bb is an example of a __________
- A famous scientist that studied on finches (birds) on the Galapagos islands
- the type of mutation that has no effect
- the addition of a base to a codon
- Using the wheel (starting from inside letters and working your way out) what is the codon for methionine (start codon)
- The phase where chromosomes line up in the center of the cell.
- is a version (allele) of a gene that is stronger
- are different forms of a gene, which make different traits
20 Clues: Two different types of a gene • Bb is an example of a __________ • the addition of a base to a codon • Is the second step of genetic editing • Father of genetics, studied pea plants • the type of mutation that has no effect • bonds with cytosine in both DNA and RNA • a cross in which 2 traits are being used • is when a cell makes a copy of RNA from DNA • ...
Genetics Vocabulary 2023-05-03
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- the combination of alleles that an animal has
- represents a male on a pedigree chart
- a physical structure that is passed from parents to offspring
- a gene that is only expressed in the homozygous state
- a type of molecule in our food that our body needs; each one has a different shape that allows it to do a specific job
- a genetically determined characteristic
- a distinct or different version of something
- the physical structures that carry genetic information
- if a person does not have the trait the symbol representing them will be _______ on a pedigree chart
- if a person has a trait the symbol representing them will be ______ on a pedigree chart
- the instructions stored in genes for making specific proteins
- if a person carries a trait the symbol representing them will be ________ on a pedigree chart
- the study of heredity
- a certain region of a chromosome that causes a certain protein to be made
- a genotype made of the same alleles
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- the way an individual looks for a specific trait
- a genotype with two different alleles
- reproduction requiring only one parent
- a ratio comparing the event in concern to the total attempts
- different forms of genes which can lead to variations in a trait
- when an egg cell and a sperm cell combine to develop into an offspring
- a gene that is always expressed
- a small change that happens to the structure of a chromosome that can be passed to future offspring but wasn't there before
- an organized representation of a biological relationship
- represents a female on a pedigree chart
- where the chromosomes are located inside the cell
- a comparison of two quantities
27 Clues: the study of heredity • a comparison of two quantities • a gene that is always expressed • a genotype made of the same alleles • a genotype with two different alleles • represents a male on a pedigree chart • reproduction requiring only one parent • a genetically determined characteristic • represents a female on a pedigree chart • ...
Genetics & Heredity 2023-03-16
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- the process by which the genome's DNA is copied in cells.
- the molecule inside cells that contains the genetic information responsible for the development and function of an organism.
- the relationship between two versions of a gene.
- a structure found inside the nucleus of a cell.
- a special form of cell division in which each daughter cell receives half the amount of DNA as the parent cell.
- a small RNA molecule that plays a key role in protein synthesis.
- the presence of two identical alleles at a particular gene locus.
- the process by which amino acids are linearly arranged into proteins through the involvement of ribosomal RNA, transfer RNA, messenger RNA, and various enzymes.
- a nucleic acid present in all living cells that has structural similarities to DNA
- large, complex molecules that play many critical roles in the body.
- one of two or more DNA sequences occurring at a particular gene locus.
- the basic unit of heredity passed from parent to child.
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- the process by which a cell makes an RNA copy of a piece of DNA.
- a type of single-stranded RNA involved in protein synthesis, made from a DNA template during the process of transcription.
- the process by which a cell replicates its chromosomes and then segregates them, producing two identical nuclei in preparation for cell division.
- two chromosomes in a pair, normally one inherited from the mother and one from the father.
- proteins that help speed up metabolism, or the chemical reactions in our bodies.
- having different alleles for a particular trait.
- a trait that is expressed only when genotype is homozygous.
- the process of translating the sequence of a messenger RNA (mRNA) molecule to a sequence of amino acids during protein synthesis.
20 Clues: a structure found inside the nucleus of a cell. • the relationship between two versions of a gene. • having different alleles for a particular trait. • the basic unit of heredity passed from parent to child. • the process by which the genome's DNA is copied in cells. • a trait that is expressed only when genotype is homozygous. • ...
Genetics & Heredity 2023-03-16
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- human cells such as nerve, muscle, bone and skin
- occurs in the primordial germ cels
- carriers information from cell to cell
- diagram of family history
- genetically modified organisms
- physical traits
- the carrier of genetic functions
- process where a cell makes proteins in RNA
- entire set of genes found in DNA
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- complex molecules that play critical roles in the body
- reproductive cells of humans, spores, and pollen
- product of the reproduction process
- happens every time a cell divides
- cell duplication
- change in DNA sequence
- matching genes
- gene that can be masked
- relationship between two gene versions
- fertilized egg cell
- passed on from parent to child
20 Clues: matching genes • physical traits • cell duplication • fertilized egg cell • change in DNA sequence • gene that can be masked • diagram of family history • genetically modified organisms • passed on from parent to child • the carrier of genetic functions • entire set of genes found in DNA • happens every time a cell divides • occurs in the primordial germ cels • ...
Genetics & Heredity 2023-03-16
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- having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes.
- a biological catalyst and that are almost always a protein
- a structure found inside the nucleus of a cell
- the union of two gametes
- whenever you are getting two sets of chromosomes, one from each parent
- where the mRNA travels to the ribosome, where it will be read
- fertilized egg cell that results from the union of a female gamete (egg, or ovum) with a male gamete (sperm).
- the basic unit of heredity passed from parent to child
- one of two or more DNA sequences occurring at a particular gene locus.
- refers to the presence of a single set of chromosomes in an organism's cells.
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- the process of copying a segment of DNA into RNA
- a trait that is expressed only when genotype is homozygous
- purpose is to create genetic diversity
- a reproductive cell of an animal or plant.
- purpose is growth and repair
- the presence of two identical alleles at a particular gene locus
- the relationship between two versions of a gene
- the passing of genetic information from parent to child through the genes in sperm and egg cells
- the product of the reproductive processes of a person, animal, or plant
- any of the body cells except the reproductive (germ) cells.
20 Clues: the union of two gametes • purpose is growth and repair • purpose is to create genetic diversity • a reproductive cell of an animal or plant. • a structure found inside the nucleus of a cell • the relationship between two versions of a gene • the process of copying a segment of DNA into RNA • the basic unit of heredity passed from parent to child • ...
Genetics (Sarah) 2021-05-10
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- they are composed of carbon, oxygen, hydrogen, nitrogen, and phosphorus atoms.
- transfer of information from DNA's base sequence on the complementary base sequence.
- cubelike structure, building block of all living things.
- as a cell division begins, the chromatin threads coil and shorten.
- amino acids to protein synthesis sites, amino acids must be able to recognize when the mRNA is "calling for them.
- loose network of bumpy threads scattered throughout the nucleus.
- round bodies within the nucleus that are small and dark staining.
- branch of biology concerned with study genes.
- biological catalysts that regulate chemical reactions in the cells.
- where genes are contained, control center.
- genetic material found within the cell nucleus.
- located outside of the nucleus and can be. considered the "molecular slave".
- three main regions or parts nucleus, cytoplasm, and plasma membrane.
- cytoplasmic organelles at which proteins are synthesized.
- chromosomes at the opposite ends of the cell uncoil to become threadlike chromatin again, prophase in reverse.
- division of the nucleus.
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- division of cytoplasm.
- help form ribosomes, where proteins are built.
- _____ accumulates, and ATP supplies are replenished by oxidation of food fuels.
- nucleus is bound by double membrane barrier.
- centromeres that held the chromatid together split.
- the language of nucleic acid is translated into the language of proteins.
- three-base sequence on mRNA.
- the assembly is done by the centrioles separating from each other and moving toward the opposite sides of the cell.
- small cloverleaf-shaped molecules.
- enzyme where the substrate binds.
- short stage, chromosome cluster and become aligned at the center of the spindle midway.
- DNA segments that carry out the information for building on protein or polypeptide.
- long single nucleotide strands that resemble half of a DNA molecule and carry a message containing instructions for protein synthesis.
- chromatin that threads and coils and condenses into dense and rodlike.
- provides a form of chemical energy that is usable by all body cells.
31 Clues: division of cytoplasm. • division of the nucleus. • three-base sequence on mRNA. • enzyme where the substrate binds. • small cloverleaf-shaped molecules. • where genes are contained, control center. • nucleus is bound by double membrane barrier. • branch of biology concerned with study genes. • help form ribosomes, where proteins are built. • ...
Mendelian Genetics 2021-05-13
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- fertilization occurs in same flower
- 2 recessive genes
- passing of traits from parent to
- genes come in
- How is Mendel referred to today
- is the possible gene combinations
- What organism did Mendel study
- scientific concept explains pattern or
- Pisum sativum
- fertilization occurs between flowers
- dominate
- flower color and plant height
- possible answer to scientific question
- used to solve genetic crosses
- combinations involving dominant genes
- cross involves two traits
- characteristic passed parent to
- passing of traits from, to offspring
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- mendel used garden peas
- cross involves a single trait
- feature
- is the study of heredity
- one dominant and one recessive allele
- physical feature resulting from
- passing of traits parent to offspring
- two forms of a gene
- Heterozygous genotypes are also called
- responsible for laws of inheritance
- allele is stronger of the two genes
- recessive
30 Clues: feature • dominate • recessive • genes come in • Pisum sativum • 2 recessive genes • two forms of a gene • mendel used garden peas • is the study of heredity • cross involves two traits • cross involves a single trait • flower color and plant height • used to solve genetic crosses • What organism did Mendel study • How is Mendel referred to today • physical feature resulting from • ...
genetics unit 2022-03-28
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- the passing down of genes
- the type of genes/ genetic makeup
- two different alleles( Tt)
- forms of a gene
- hidden trait
- type of plant gregor mendel used
- way to predict the offspring genotype
- two alleles together
- when a cell divides
- when two organisms mate
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- using desired traits and breeding them
- two of the same alleles (TT, tt)
- trait that is seen over ressive
- the "father" of genetics
- how you look/ physical appearance
- a characteristic of a person
- traits that are good or appear good
- two parents creating an offspring.
- one parent creates an offspring.
- basic building block of life
- a type of asexual reproduction
21 Clues: hidden trait • forms of a gene • when a cell divides • two alleles together • when two organisms mate • the "father" of genetics • the passing down of genes • two different alleles( Tt) • a characteristic of a person • basic building block of life • a type of asexual reproduction • trait that is seen over ressive • two of the same alleles (TT, tt) • type of plant gregor mendel used • ...
Genetics Crossword 2022-04-01
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- Mating/crossing organisms to produce offspring
- A diagram that shows the genotype of the offspring
- A characteristic that varies between individuals
- Chromosomes that determine one's gender
- Passing of genetic information between generations
- The union of gametes which create fertilized eggs
- An allele that dominates over other alleles of the trait.
- An organism with 2 different alleles for a trait
- father of modern genetics
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- A pair of alleles for a gene that determines a trait
- Ones child or children
- An observable trait of an organism
- An allele which hides when presented with other alleles of the trait
- Reproduction with one parent, which makes an exact copy of itself without uniting gametes
- Reproduction with 2 parents which unites gametes to produce offspring
- An organism with 2 same alleles for a trait
- When offspring grow out of the body of the parent
- Offspring which is an exact copy of parent; offspring of asexual reproduction
- A section of DNA which determines traits
- A version of a gene
20 Clues: A version of a gene • Ones child or children • father of modern genetics • An observable trait of an organism • Chromosomes that determine one's gender • A section of DNA which determines traits • An organism with 2 same alleles for a trait • Mating/crossing organisms to produce offspring • A characteristic that varies between individuals • ...
Genetics Vocabulary 2025-02-27
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- An organism that has two different alleles for a trait
- Supports the anther
- genetic makeup of an organism
- the study of heredity
- dominance Situation in which one allele is not completely dominant over another allele
- An organism's physical appearance, or visible traits.
- Control center of the cell
- The stalk of a flower's carpel, with the ovary at the base and the stigma at the top.
- The female reproductive part of a flower
- trait A genetic trait is considered dominant if it is expressed in a person who has only one copy of the gene associated with the trait.
- A change in a gene or chromosome.
- threadlike structures made of DNA molecules that contain the genes
- Square A chart that shows all the possible combinations of alleles that can result from a genetic cross
- A display of the chromosome pairs of a cell arranged by size and shape.
- dominance a relationship in which one allele is completely dominant over another
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- An organism that has two identical alleles for a trait
- trait a genetic factor that is blocked by the presence of a dominant factor
- one of a number of different forms of a gene
- the part of a stamen that contains the pollen.
- the male reproductive organ of a flower
- the process of producing offspring
- A diagram that shows the occurrence of a genetic trait in several generations of a family.
- A segment of DNA on a chromosome that codes for a specific trait
- An organic compound that is made of one or more chains of amino acids and that is a principal component of all cells
- differences in physical traits of an individual from the group to which it belongs
- female reproductive cell
- The tip of the female reproductive structure of a flower where the pollen lands
- A complex molecule containing the genetic information that makes up the chromosomes.
- A characteristic that an organism can pass on to its offspring through its genes.
- In flowers, the portion of a carpel in which the egg-containing ovules develop.
30 Clues: Supports the anther • the study of heredity • female reproductive cell • Control center of the cell • genetic makeup of an organism • A change in a gene or chromosome. • the process of producing offspring • the male reproductive organ of a flower • The female reproductive part of a flower • one of a number of different forms of a gene • ...
Genetics Vocab 2025-02-27
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- Long stock that connects to sticky stigma
- An original representation of biological relationships
- When one allele is fully dominant over the other
- A table with all possible genotypes are graphed
- The way an individual looks for a specific food
- Having two of the same genes; AA
- Female reproduction organ
- The male fertilizing organ part of a flower
- Female organ of a flower
- The part of a flower that produces pollen
- When an egg cell and sperm cell combined to develop an offspring
- A common feature of most cells that is copied when new cells are made; they are physically structured
- Difference between a trait
- The combination of alleles that an individual looks for
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- A common feature of most cells; where the chromosomes are located
- any change in the DNA sequence of a cell
- when two recessive alleles pair
- A certain region of chromosomes that caused a certain protein to be made
- Different forms of genes which can cause different proteins
- Having different alleles for a gene; Aa
- Molecule that contains genetic information
- A type of molecule put in food that out bodies need
- The part of a stamen that holds the pollen
- An organized profile of an individual chromosome
- A trait that is always expressed when at least one allele is present
- Lower and large part of female reproduction system
- characteristic features
- The scientific study of genes
28 Clues: characteristic features • Female organ of a flower • Female reproduction organ • Difference between a trait • The scientific study of genes • when two recessive alleles pair • Having two of the same genes; AA • Having different alleles for a gene; Aa • any change in the DNA sequence of a cell • Long stock that connects to sticky stigma • ...
Genetics Revision 2024-09-16
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- The location of a gene on a chromosome.
- The physical expression of a genotype.
- A fertilised egg.
- A cell that has two sets of chromosomes (one from each parent).
- A haploid cell such as an egg or sperm.
- An allele that is always shown in the phenotype.
- The exchange of alleles between homologous chromosomes during meiosis, resulting in recombinant chromosomes containing maternal and paternal alleles.
- A double stranded molecule, containing nucleotides that store the genetic information required to make proteins.
- The random fusing of a haploid sperm and a haploid egg to create a zygote.
- When homologous chromosomes line up, independent of any rule, creating a random allocation of maternal/paternal chromosomes in the gametes.
- Something that causes a mutation.
- A process of matching an individuals genetic markers to another individual to see how they are related to each other.
- An allele that will only be seen in the phenotype when there are 2 copies.
- The combination of alleles an organism has for specific gene.
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- Genotype that has 2 of the same alleles for a trait.
- Genotype that has 2 different alleles for a trait.
- An organism or cell having only one complete set of chromosomes.
- A process where individuals that are best suited to their environment survive to reproductive age and pass on their advantageous alleles.
- A process of figuring out what the sequence of bases is for a gene.
- A permanent change to the DNA base sequence.
- A short section of DNA coding for a particular trait.
- A strand of DNA that is sectioned into genes.
- All the different alleles/phenotypes in a population.
- A process of testing an individual to see if they have a specific sequence of bases.
- The process where allele pairs are separated during meiosis so each gamete has only 1 instead of 2 alleles for a trait.
- A type of cell division that results in four haploid daughter gametes, each genetically different from each other.
- An alternative form of a gene that have a slightly different DNA base sequence.
27 Clues: A fertilised egg. • Something that causes a mutation. • The physical expression of a genotype. • The location of a gene on a chromosome. • A haploid cell such as an egg or sperm. • A permanent change to the DNA base sequence. • A strand of DNA that is sectioned into genes. • An allele that is always shown in the phenotype. • ...
Genetics crossword 2025-05-05
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- The Stronger gene
- A term that refers to the two allelss
- Smallest organism that is made of living things
- Discovered by Gregor Mendel
- the process by which a single parent cell divides
- the chromosomes condense and centrosomes to opposites(phase)
- Starts with a T that you inherit
- Different version of a trait
- 1 parent,clone
- Structure found in nucleus of a cell
- the basic physical unit of heredity
- 2 parents, herits lots of traits
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- moving apart chromosomes (phase)
- 2 diffrent genes
- Structure of cells that contains chromosomes
- the nucleus dissolves and the cells come together (Phase)
- it grows and replicates its chromosome (phase)
- 2 of the same gene
- Makes up chromosomes
- The Weaker gene
20 Clues: 1 parent,clone • The Weaker gene • 2 diffrent genes • The Stronger gene • 2 of the same gene • Makes up chromosomes • Discovered by Gregor Mendel • Different version of a trait • moving apart chromosomes (phase) • Starts with a T that you inherit • 2 parents, herits lots of traits • the basic physical unit of heredity • Structure found in nucleus of a cell • ...
Population Genetics 2025-05-08
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- change in the sequence of genes in DNA
- version of a gene that controls a particular feature of an organism
- a population of physically similar, interbreeding organisms that do not breed with other groups
- ______ genes: determine which part of the embryo develops and when they are expressed
- smallest unit that can evolve
- _______ selection: individuals near the center of the curve have higher fitness
- evolutionary _______: the success in passing genes to the next generation
- any change in the frequency of alleles in a population over time
- _______ selection: individuals at the upper and lower ends of the curve have a higher fitness
- ______ isolation: the populations are physically separated by a barrier
- (2 words) a random change in allele frequency
- genetic ______: change in allele frequency following a dramatic reduction
- genetic ______: caused by mutations, genetic recombination, and lateral gene transfer
- _________ trait: a trait that is controlled by more than one gene
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- (3 words) when genes are passed from one individual to another that is not an offspring
- (2 words) all genes present in a population, including alleles for each gene
- genetic ______: the allele frequency in a gene pool is not changing
- genetic ______: when offspring are born with a combination of traits from both parents
- evolutionary _______: any genetically controlled trait that increases an individual's ability to pass along its alleles
- when a group within a species seperates from the original group and develops their own unique characteristics
- (2 words) the number of times an allele occurs in a gene pool
- list of assumptions made for populations to not be evolving
- evolutionary ______: study of how organisms develop and its implications for evolution
- ______ isolation: the population begins to reproduce at different times
- (2 words) allele frequencies change as a result of migration of a small subgroup
- _______ selection: individuals at one end of the curve have higher fitness
- plays largest role in natural selection
- ______ isolation: the presence or absence of a specific behavior preventing reproduction
28 Clues: smallest unit that can evolve • change in the sequence of genes in DNA • plays largest role in natural selection • (2 words) a random change in allele frequency • list of assumptions made for populations to not be evolving • (2 words) the number of times an allele occurs in a gene pool • any change in the frequency of alleles in a population over time • ...
genetics 3 2025-03-19
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- Having two identical alleles for a trait:
- The proportion of individuals with a particular genotype that actually express the associated phenotype:
- DOMINANCE A pattern of inheritance where heterozygote displays an intermediate phenotype between both homozygotes:
- An allele whose expression is masked by another allele:
- An allele that masks the expression of another allele:
- A pattern of inheritance in which both alleles contribute to the phenotype of the heterozygote:
- A pattern of inheritance where one gene affects multiple traits:
- CROSS A mating between an individual of unknown genotype and a homozygous recessive individual:
- GENES Geneslocated on the same chromosome that tend to be inherited together:
- OVER The exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes during meiosis:
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- The failure of homologous chromosomes or sister chromatids to separate properly during cell division:
- A chart that traces the inheritance of a trait in a family:
- ASSORTMENT Mendel's second law stating alleles of different genes assort independently of one another during gamete formation:
- The physical appearance of an organism for a trait
- The varying degree to which a genotype is expressed in an individual:
- Having two different alleles for a trait:
- SQUARE A diagram used to predict the outcome of a genetic cross:
- The genetic makeup of an organism:
- CROSS A cross involving one trait:
- Alternative forms of a gene:
20 Clues: Alternative forms of a gene: • The genetic makeup of an organism: • CROSS A cross involving one trait: • Having two identical alleles for a trait: • Having two different alleles for a trait: • The physical appearance of an organism for a trait • An allele that masks the expression of another allele: • An allele whose expression is masked by another allele: • ...
Mendelian genetics 2024-03-18
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- An allele whose trait always shows up
- Two identical genes for a trait
- Set of visible characteristics of an individual
- The father of genetics
- The mixture between a male and a female organism of the same species
- An allele that is hidden whenever the dominant allele is present
- Each different form of a characteristic
- The different forms of a gene
- Name of the sugar present in DNA
- The descendants of a cross
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- Basic structural unit of DNA
- Structure found inside the nucleus of cells made of DNA and proteins
- He developed a square to predict frequencies of genotype in the offspring
- The passing of traits from parents to offspring
- Unit of heredity
- Set of genes represented with letters that determines traits
- Two different genes for the same trait
- Molecule that contains the genetic information
- Group that is a part of the structure of DNA molecule
- Language in which genetic information is "written"
20 Clues: Unit of heredity • The father of genetics • The descendants of a cross • Basic structural unit of DNA • The different forms of a gene • Two identical genes for a trait • Name of the sugar present in DNA • An allele whose trait always shows up • Two different genes for the same trait • Each different form of a characteristic • Molecule that contains the genetic information • ...
Genetics Crossword 2024-03-08
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- Different variations of genes
- Both alleles are the same (RR or rr)
- Physical characteristics that are determined by the alleles that are present in an organism
- The traits/genes that are passed down from parent to offspring
- Making something
- Like a closed cookbook containing the recipes for different traits
- Making a readable, useable copy of DNA. Happens in the nucleus.
- DNA codes for...
- The two DNA strands at the end of DNA replication are...
- Reading the instructions from RNA to make protein. Happens in the ribosomes.
- The study of genes (DNA), the traits that they code for, and how we inherit/obtain these genes and traits.
- A<->T G<->C
- The genes that determine the traits that can be present in an organism, represented by two letters
- Each allele is different (Rr)
- Determined by the proteins that are made/expressed by your DNA
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- Matching, as in A matches with T.
- The trait that will only be expressed if both alleles are the same allele
- The shape of DNA
- Three letter "words" in RNA. Most code for one amino acid.
- The building blocks of DNA
- A tool used to calculate the probability of an offspring’s inherited genotype and phenotype of mendelian traits.
- The shape of RNA
- A tool used to decipher which amino acid is coded for by each three-letter RNA sequence.
- The trait that will always be expressed if even one of the alleles is different.
- Condensed DNA
- Like a readable, useable copy of DNA. A single recipe from the cookbook.
- A section of DNA that codes for one specific trait
- The building blocks of protein. The ingredients for the recipe.
28 Clues: A<->T G<->C • Condensed DNA • The shape of DNA • Making something • The shape of RNA • DNA codes for... • The building blocks of DNA • Different variations of genes • Each allele is different (Rr) • Matching, as in A matches with T. • Both alleles are the same (RR or rr) • A section of DNA that codes for one specific trait • The two DNA strands at the end of DNA replication are... • ...
Molecular Genetics 2024-02-28
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- codes for valine
- pairs with cytosine
- ethics, philosophical approach to dealing with genetic technologies and how such technology should be used
- codes for phenylalanine
- tightly packed DNA
- the molecules that are used to build structure in an organism
- pairs with thymine
- mutation causes genetic disease
- pairs with thymine
- acids coded for by mRNA and used to build polypeptides
- a second source of variation in sexual species
- mutation that removes a nucleotide causing a frameshift
- mutation of a single nucleotide causing amino acid change
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- mutation where a codon is copied one or more times
- pairs with guanine
- mutation produces a benefit for an individuals
- codes for leucine
- sequences of DNA that code for proteins
- shape = ?
- pairs with adenine and uracil
- a string of amino acids that fold to make proteins
- source of variation in all species
- the molecule that is transcribed by DNA
- the name for the material that codes for genes
- a meal with fixings between two slices of bread
- mutation that adds a nucleotide causing a frameshift
26 Clues: shape = ? • codes for valine • codes for leucine • pairs with guanine • tightly packed DNA • pairs with thymine • pairs with thymine • pairs with cytosine • codes for phenylalanine • pairs with adenine and uracil • mutation causes genetic disease • source of variation in all species • sequences of DNA that code for proteins • the molecule that is transcribed by DNA • ...
Genetics 101 2022-01-12
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- occurs early in meiosis (metaphase I); is a process that breaks and recombines pieces of DNA to produce new combinations of genes
- a cell or organism that has paired chromosomes, one from each parent
- an organism’s set of heritable genes that can be passed down from parents to offspring
- the set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment
- each gamete inherits only one copy of each chromosome; each chromosome has only one copy of each gene, so each gamete only gets one allele
- a genetic condition in which an individual inherits different alleles for a particular gene from each parent
- the quality of a cell or organism having a single set of chromosome
- any cell other then a reproductive cell
- A reproductive cell containing one set of chromosomes and half the genetic information needed to make a organism
- the action or process of fertilizing an egg, involving the fusion of male and female gametes to form a zygote
- a graphical representation of the possible genotypes of offspring arising from a particular cross or breeding event
- genes which are closer together on the same chromosome, causing the alleles to be inherited together as a group more frequently than not
- The alleles of different genes get sorted into gametes independently of one another
- The likely hood of a event happing or predicting a outcome in genetics
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- new organism made by living things
- an organism's physical appearance shows a blending of both alleles; occurs when a dominant allele does not completely mask the effects of a recessive allele
- person with blood type AB who can receive all types of blood; presence of both antigens allows for “foreign” blood to not be recognized as a threat
- a diagram showing the occurrence and appearance of phenotypes of a particular gene throughout multiple generations
- a version of a gene that will produce a certain appearance/trait, even in the presence of other alleles
- an organism's physical appearance is an expression of BOTH alleles simultaneously; occurs when neither allele is fully dominant to the other
- female gamete
- Male gamete
- a special type of cell division used by sexually-reproducing organisms to produce gametes involves 2 rounds of division that result in four haploid cells that contain one copy of each maternal and paternal chromosome
- small haploid cell formed as an egg but doesn’t have the ability to be fertilized
- when two separate eggs are fertilized by two separate sperm cells
- a genetic condition in which an individual inherits the same alleles for a particular gene from both parents
- single fertilized egg splits in two
- a given trait with 3 or more alleles
- characteristics or attributes of an organism expressed by genes
- one of two or more alternative forms of a gene that arise by mutation and are found at the same place on a chromosome
- donors with blood type O; this blood type is lacking both the A and B antigens
- a version of a gene which will not create the corresponding appearance/trait if a dominant allele is present
32 Clues: Male gamete • female gamete • new organism made by living things • single fertilized egg splits in two • a given trait with 3 or more alleles • any cell other then a reproductive cell • characteristics or attributes of an organism expressed by genes • when two separate eggs are fertilized by two separate sperm cells • ...
Molecular Genetics 2022-01-18
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- Process by which DNA is copied
- Sequence of three nucleotides that codes for one amino acid
- Process of copying a nucleotide sequence of DNA
- Takes the place of Thymine in RNA
- Nitrogenous base, has one circular ring structure, C,T, match with purine
- Built from a large number of amino acids
- messenger RNA, copies the DNA code and moves it to the ribosome
- Occurs when a DNA gene is damaged or changed in such a way to alter the genetic message carried by that gene
- TATA box, regions that encourage transcription
- A compound consisting of a nitrogen base, sugar and a phosphate group
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- Unzips DNA helix
- Enzyme that catalyzes the synthesis of a complementary strand
- Sequence of three nucleotides in a tRNA molecule that binds to a complementary mRNA codon during translation
- Double stranded double helix, ATCG bases, nucleic acid
- The process of making proteins
- Twisted ladder shape, formed by 2 nucleotides
- Process by which mRNA is decoded and a protein is produced
- Non-coding regions that are removed
- Nitrogenous base, has two circular ring structures, A,G matches with a pyrimidine
- Single stranded, AUCG bases, nuleic acid
20 Clues: Unzips DNA helix • Process by which DNA is copied • The process of making proteins • Takes the place of Thymine in RNA • Non-coding regions that are removed • Built from a large number of amino acids • Single stranded, AUCG bases, nuleic acid • Twisted ladder shape, formed by 2 nucleotides • TATA box, regions that encourage transcription • ...
Genetics Vocabulary 2022-02-02
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- The building blocks that make an offspring look like they do
- the height,skin color,ect
- The offspring of many generations
- A chart that shows all the possible ways
- genetics passed down from parents
- two different alleles
- when an egg and sperm cell join
- three or more variants for the same gene
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- A trait that never shows up in an organism
- results in a cross
- the genetic makeup or alleles
- two identical alleles
- The ABO blood group
- A organism that two different alleles for a trait
- the likely event to accrue
- When a cells nucleus divides in two
- the different forms of a gene
- A physical appearance or trait
- A trait that always shows up in an organisms
- A gene that an offspring has
20 Clues: results in a cross • The ABO blood group • two identical alleles • two different alleles • the height,skin color,ect • the likely event to accrue • A gene that an offspring has • the genetic makeup or alleles • the different forms of a gene • A physical appearance or trait • when an egg and sperm cell join • The offspring of many generations • genetics passed down from parents • ...
Molecular Genetics 2022-02-20
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- This nitrogenous base is found in RNA and not DNA.
- Process by which a gene is copied to form an mRNA.
- The basic unit of a DNA.
- Deoxyribose and ribose sugars have 5 _____ atoms in their structure.
- the genetic code is described as this as the same codon that codes for an amino acid in a bacteria will code of the same amino acid in a fish.
- A peptide hormone involved in blood sugar regulation
- Sudden temperature changes are applied to the bacterial cells so that they take up the recombinant plasmid.
- The complementary base pair of cytosine.
- DNA has a _________________ structure.
- UAA, UAG, UGA are ______ codons.
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- An organism is described as such if it possesses gene(s) from another organism of another species.
- Circular double-stranded DNA from a bacteria that often contains antibiotic resistant genes.
- The DNA sugar-phosphate backbone between the plasmid and the gene of interest is repaired using this enzyme.
- Complementary base pairs are held together by ______________ bonds formed between 2 complementary DNA polynucelotides.
- The 2 Polynucleotide chains in a DNA molecule run in opposite direction.
- ______________ enzymes are used to cut the gene of interest and the plasmid to create sticky ends.
- Plasmid is described as that when it contains our gene of interest.
- a RNA molecule is _________ stranded.
- adenine, guanine, cytosine, thymine and uracil are _________________ bases.
- Process by which genetic information on the mRNA is read by a ribosome to synthesise a polypeptide.
- The number of consecutive bases the ribosome reads on the mRNA at once.
21 Clues: The basic unit of a DNA. • UAA, UAG, UGA are ______ codons. • a RNA molecule is _________ stranded. • DNA has a _________________ structure. • The complementary base pair of cytosine. • This nitrogenous base is found in RNA and not DNA. • Process by which a gene is copied to form an mRNA. • A peptide hormone involved in blood sugar regulation • ...
Genetics Vocabulary 2022-03-11
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- A permanent change in the DNA base sequence that causes changes in the proteins made. These changes can either be harmful or helpful to the organism.
- Asexual reproduction that occurs when a parent organism breaks into pieces and each piece develops into a new organism.
- A section of DNA that has information about a specific trait of an organism.
- The production of offspring by one organism without the joining of sperm and egg; offspring are genetically identical to the original organism.
- The process by which the information in DNA is copied for protein production.
- Large molecules made of amino acids that are required for structure, function, and regulation of tissues and organs.
- Reproductive cells that contain half the DNA for an organism. These cells can fuse together to form a new organism.
- An allele that blocks another allele.
- Asexual reproduction that occurs when a bud forms on a parent organism and then breaks off once the cell is developed forming a new organism.
- All forms of a gene with different information about a trait.
- Alleles that make up an organism.
- Observable traits, such as height, eye color, and blood type.
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- A form of reproduction in which the genetic material from two different individuals combine to form a new organism.
- The final step by which DNA is coded to make proteins.
- A structure that contains a single molecule of DNA wrapped around proteins and found in the nucleus of eukaryotes.
- Asexual reproduction that happens when one cell splits into two identical daughter cells.
- Organic compounds that join together in large chains to make proteins.
- Specific characteristics of an organism.
- An allele that is hidden by a dominant allele.
- Female reproductive cell produced in the ovaries.
- Male reproductive cell produced in the testicles.
- Deoxyribonucleic acid is a complex molecule that contains all of the information necessary to build and maintain an organism and is passed from parent to offspring
- Two alleles for a gene that have the same information.
- Two alleles for a gene that have different information such as blond hair and brown hair.
24 Clues: Alleles that make up an organism. • An allele that blocks another allele. • Specific characteristics of an organism. • An allele that is hidden by a dominant allele. • Female reproductive cell produced in the ovaries. • Male reproductive cell produced in the testicles. • The final step by which DNA is coded to make proteins. • ...
Genetics crossword 2022-03-24
Across
- passage of genetic information between one generation to another
- a version of a gene
- when a sperm and egg cell unite creating an offspring that has some of both of their traits
- mating two animals or crossing two plants in order to get offspring
- a trait that "hides" or covers up another trait
- a change in DNA that can result in a different trait
- when one parent cell splits and forms two daughter cells, often to replace worn out cells,
- a trait that is "hidden" by another
- the results form asexual and sexual reproduction
- reproduction that results in exact copies of the parents without gametes
- Both traits are dominant, so they form a mix in the offspring
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- an offspring that has two dominant genes
- an offspring which has a dominant and recessive gene
- physical appearances that are inherited
- specific sequence of DNA that determines traits in offspring
- tool used to help determine genotypes of offspring
- the physical appearance
- neither trait is dominant nor recessive, so both show up in the offspring
- an offspring produced by asexual reproduction that is identical to the parent
- when an egg cell and a sperm cell unite to form a fertilized egg
- the allele of genes that from a specific trait; the genetic form/type
21 Clues: a version of a gene • the physical appearance • a trait that is "hidden" by another • physical appearances that are inherited • an offspring that has two dominant genes • a trait that "hides" or covers up another trait • the results form asexual and sexual reproduction • tool used to help determine genotypes of offspring • ...
genetics vocabulary 2023-01-11
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- A special form of cell division in which each daughter cell receives half the amount of DNA as the parent cell
- a type of single-stranded RNA involved in protein synthesis
- having two identical alleles of a particular gene or genes
- a stem cell alters from one type to a differentiated one
- the passing of genetic information from parent to child
- forms the basic structural unit of nucleic acids
- a square diagram that is used to predict the genotypes of a particular cross or breeding experiment
- the exchange of genes between homologous chromosomes
- reads the messenger RNA (mRNA) sequence and translates that genetic code into a specified string of amino acids
- a change in a DNA sequence
- how likely something is to happen
- the variation in the DNA sequence in each of our genomes
- Two chromosomes in a pair – normally one inherited from the mother and one from the father
- the process by which a cell makes proteins using the genetic information carried in messenger RNA (mRNA)
- how different genes independently separate from one another when reproductive cells develop
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- A molecule that contains nitrogen and has the chemical properties of a base.
- the process by which a cell makes an RNA copy of a piece of DNA
- a sequence of three nucleotides which together form a unit of genetic code in a DNA or RNA molecule.
- involves two parents and produces offspring
- a specific characteristic of an individual
- producing two identical replicas of DNA from one original DNA molecule
- contains the genetic information responsible for the development and function of an organism
- molecules that combine to form proteins
- The basic unit of heredity passed from parent to child
- involves one parent and produces offspring
- a trait that is expressed only when genotype is homozygous
- the inheritance of traits that are typically passed vertically from parent to child
- made up of proteins and DNA organized into genes
- having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes
- A molecule made up of amino acids
30 Clues: a change in a DNA sequence • A molecule made up of amino acids • how likely something is to happen • molecules that combine to form proteins • a specific characteristic of an individual • involves one parent and produces offspring • involves two parents and produces offspring • forms the basic structural unit of nucleic acids • ...
Molecular Genetics 2023-01-27
Across
- a type of weak bond found between complementary base pairs
- the biological process of building proteins based on DNA instructions
- a base is lost or deleted
- a type of RNA that transfers the code from DNA in the nucleus to the cytoplasm
- mutation where a substitution does not change the amino acid
- the process occurring in the cytoplasm of a cell that builds proteins
- a long molecule in the shape of a double helix and made up of nucleotides
- an extra base is added or inserted
- is the site of translation
- a sequence of three nucleotide bases that represents the code for one amino acid
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- a type of RNA that reads the codons from the mRNA
- a single strand of DNA tightly coiled around special proteins
- mutation where a substitution changes the amino acid
- mutation where a substitution changes the amino acid to a "stop"
- one base is substituted for another
- a small section of DNA that carries the information on how to make one protein
- the process of copying a strand of DNA
- the process occurring in the nucleus of a cell that copies the instructions from a part of DNA onto a strand of messenger RNA
- the type of molecule that makes up DNA and RNA; contains sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base
- a single strand of nucleotides; different types are used to translate instructions from DNA into making proteins
- the sequence of three nucleotides on tRNA that pairs with the codons on of mRNA
- mutation where the reading frame changes the amino acid sequence
- is the site of transcription
23 Clues: a base is lost or deleted • is the site of translation • is the site of transcription • an extra base is added or inserted • one base is substituted for another • the process of copying a strand of DNA • a type of RNA that reads the codons from the mRNA • mutation where a substitution changes the amino acid • a type of weak bond found between complementary base pairs • ...
Genetics Crossword 2025-06-10
Across
- The offspring of two plants or animals of different species or varieties.
- A different version of a gene.
- A condition in which both alleles are fully expressed in a heterozygous organism.
- The physical expression or characteristics of a genotype.
- A change in the DNA sequence of a gene.
- The passing of traits from parents to offspring.
- The plant used by Gregor Mendel to study the laws of inheritance.
- The process by which genetic information is passed on from parent to child.
- The father of modern genetics who studied inheritance using pea plants.
- A situation in which one allele is not completely dominant over the other, resulting in a blended phenotype.
- A chart used to show the inheritance of traits through generations of a family.
- Having two identical alleles for a particular gene.
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- A trait controlled by two or more genes.
- A feature or quality belonging typically to a person, place, or thing.
- The genetic makeup of an organism in terms of the alleles present.
- The children or young born to a parent or parents.
- A comparison of quantities, often used to predict genetic outcomes.
- A gene that has more than two different alleles.
- A specific characteristic that can be passed from parent to offspring.
- Having two different alleles for a particular gene.
- A trait that is masked unless two copies of the allele are present.
- A trait that is expressed even if only one allele is present.
- The scientific study of heredity and variation in organisms.
23 Clues: A different version of a gene. • A change in the DNA sequence of a gene. • A trait controlled by two or more genes. • A gene that has more than two different alleles. • The passing of traits from parents to offspring. • The children or young born to a parent or parents. • Having two different alleles for a particular gene. • ...
Genetics crossword 2025-12-14
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- Different versions of the same gene.
- The biological catalysts used to cut DNA and stick it together again.
- Abbreviation for the project that sequence the human genome.
- The hormone produced by transgenic bacteria to treat diabetes.
- A section of a chromosome that codes for a particular characteristic.
- The allele that if present is always expressed in a person’s phenotype.
- The changing of the genetic material of an organism by removing, changing or inserting genes. (Two words.)
- Small piece of circular DNA that can be removed from bacteria and reinserted.
- The allele that is only expressed in a person’s phenotype if two copies are present.
- The crop that has a gene from a bacteria inserted, which causes the crop to produce a poison that kills insects when they feed on the crop. (Two words.)
- A common staple that has been genetically modified to contain more beta-carotene to reduce malnutrition. (Two words.)
- All the genetic information in a cell.
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- The presence of two different alleles in an organism’s genotype.
- The animal that has been modified to produce medication in their milk to treat haemophilia.
- The type of DNA formed when a gene from one species is inserted into an entirely different species. (Two words.)
- The illness whose symptoms can now be delayed due to gene editing taking place in the neurons of the brain. (Two words)
- A change in the DNA base sequence of a gene.
- Medical tests used to identify if alleles that may cause a disorder are present in a person’s DNA. (Two words.)
- The genetic makeup of an organism in terms of alleles present.
- The observable features of an organism.
20 Clues: Different versions of the same gene. • All the genetic information in a cell. • The observable features of an organism. • A change in the DNA base sequence of a gene. • Abbreviation for the project that sequence the human genome. • The hormone produced by transgenic bacteria to treat diabetes. • The genetic makeup of an organism in terms of alleles present. • ...
Genetics 101 2023-05-01
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- Traits passed on from parents to offspring
- A genetic that blocks other genetics
- A trait that always passes down
- A genetic blocked by a Dominant factor
- One plants pollen falls on another plant
- A Branch of Biology works with characteristic
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- A distinguishing quality or characteristic
- A quality, trait or a feature of a thing
- Offspring from combining two qualities
- Pollen from one plant lands on the pistil
- To receive something from someone before yo
- Young born of living organisms (Children)
12 Clues: A trait that always passes down • A genetic that blocks other genetics • Offspring from combining two qualities • A genetic blocked by a Dominant factor • A quality, trait or a feature of a thing • One plants pollen falls on another plant • Pollen from one plant lands on the pistil • Young born of living organisms (Children) • A distinguishing quality or characteristic • ...
genetics 2022-01-31
10 Clues: found in DNA • makes you you • father of genetics • another word for traits • used to determine genetics • 23 pairs 46 in the whole nucleus • the genetic makeup of an organism • traits passed down to an offspring • a trait that is covered by a dominant trait • the aperence of an organism that you can see
genetics 2022-01-31
10 Clues: found in DNA • makes you you • father of genetics • another word for traits • used to determine genetics • 23 pairs 46 in the whole nucleus • the genetic makeup of an organism • traits passed down to an offspring • a trait that is covered by a dominant trait • the aperence of an organism that you can see
Father of fields 2025-03-04
Unit 9 - Science & Technology 2022-11-15
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- pulpit
- połączyć
- chemik
- bezprzewodowy
- środowisko
- urządzenie
- wtyczka
- zarazki,bakterie
- genetyka
- baza danych
- przyłączać,dołączać
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- załadować,wysłać (np. pliki na serwer)
- szczepionka
- obserwować
- oprogramowanie
- wynaleźć
- przenośny (o sprzęcie)
- opracowywać, rozwijać
- błąd
- gniazdko
- wyniki
- bezpieczeństwo
- klawiatura
- para wodna
24 Clues: błąd • pulpit • chemik • wyniki • wtyczka • wynaleźć • gniazdko • połączyć • genetyka • obserwować • środowisko • urządzenie • klawiatura • para wodna • szczepionka • baza danych • bezprzewodowy • oprogramowanie • bezpieczeństwo • zarazki,bakterie • przyłączać,dołączać • opracowywać, rozwijać • przenośny (o sprzęcie) • załadować,wysłać (np. pliki na serwer)
Wedding 2023-08-20
Genetics Vocabulary Review 2022-06-23
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- different alleles
- alleles A trait only expressed when there is no dominant allele present.
- the comparison of two or more numbers
- the genetic makeup of an organism
- the study of heredity
- the physical expression of the genetics
- different forms of the same gene.
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- portion of DNA/chromosome which codes for a certain trait.
- same alleles
- genetic transfer of characteristics from parent to offspring
- alleles A trait will be expressed because it overpowers the other allele.
- the likelihood that a specific event will happen
12 Clues: same alleles • different alleles • the study of heredity • the genetic makeup of an organism • different forms of the same gene. • the comparison of two or more numbers • the physical expression of the genetics • the likelihood that a specific event will happen • portion of DNA/chromosome which codes for a certain trait. • ...
Genetics/Genetic Disease 2014-05-04
Across
- Used with disorders that involve trisomy or monosomy
- independent units that carry traits to offspring
- found in protein-rich foods
- Last name of the "Father of Modern Genetics"
- agents that cause mutations
- genes that are no longer functional
- extra chromosomes
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- the analysis of proteomes
- Illustrates genetic relationships in families over several generations
- the entire collection of genetic material in each typical cell of the human body
- strands of protein and nucleic acids that hold the genes
- the scientific study of inheritance
12 Clues: extra chromosomes • the analysis of proteomes • found in protein-rich foods • agents that cause mutations • genes that are no longer functional • the scientific study of inheritance • Last name of the "Father of Modern Genetics" • independent units that carry traits to offspring • Used with disorders that involve trisomy or monosomy • ...
Genetics and Heredity 2021-12-28
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- The entire set of an organism's genes.
- The different forms of a gene.
- A disease caused by a mutation in the code.
- Substances that create our traits.
- A scientist who studies genetics and heredity.
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- Tightly coiled up DNA.
- Sections of DNA.
- Double helix shaped molecules that code for every living thing.
- A specific characteristic of an organism.
- The process of passing down traits from the parents to the offspring.
- The scientific study of heredity.
- A random change in the DNA code.
12 Clues: Sections of DNA. • Tightly coiled up DNA. • The different forms of a gene. • A random change in the DNA code. • The scientific study of heredity. • Substances that create our traits. • The entire set of an organism's genes. • A specific characteristic of an organism. • A disease caused by a mutation in the code. • A scientist who studies genetics and heredity. • ...
Genetics and Heredity 2021-12-28
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- The entire set of an organism's genes.
- The different forms of a gene.
- A disease caused by a mutation in the code.
- Substances that create our traits.
- A scientist who studies genetics and heredity.
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- Tightly coiled up DNA.
- Sections of DNA.
- Double helix shaped molecules that code for every living thing.
- A specific characteristic of an organism.
- The process of passing down traits from the parents to the offspring.
- The scientific study of heredity.
- A random change in the DNA code.
12 Clues: Sections of DNA. • Tightly coiled up DNA. • The different forms of a gene. • A random change in the DNA code. • The scientific study of heredity. • Substances that create our traits. • The entire set of an organism's genes. • A specific characteristic of an organism. • A disease caused by a mutation in the code. • A scientist who studies genetics and heredity. • ...
Pigmentation 2019-09-17
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- Type of Hyperpigmentation caused by Acne and Inflammation
- Melanin Inhibitor to treat Hyperpigmentation found in IPL Dark Spot Serum
- Type of Hyperpigmentation caused by UV
- Type of Hyperpigmentation caused by Genetics and UV
- Melanin Inhibitor to treat Hyperpigmentation found in Transformazing
- Type of Hyperpigmentation caused by Genetics, Hormones and UV
- What melanin protects
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- Where pigmentation occurs
- Enzyme that produces melanin
- Type of Exfoliation to avoid when preventing Hyperpigmentation
- Most important thing to prevent Hyperpigmentation
- Melanin Inhibitor to treat Hyperpigmentation found in C-Firma
12 Clues: What melanin protects • Where pigmentation occurs • Enzyme that produces melanin • Type of Hyperpigmentation caused by UV • Most important thing to prevent Hyperpigmentation • Type of Hyperpigmentation caused by Genetics and UV • Type of Hyperpigmentation caused by Acne and Inflammation • Melanin Inhibitor to treat Hyperpigmentation found in C-Firma • ...
Biology 1/ Genetics 2024-04-08
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- crossed the breeding of plants
- Father of genetics
- blocked by the presence of dominant factor
- insects for pollination
- parents have different forms of the same trait
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- factor that blocks another genetic factor
- traits passed from parents to children
- needed to fertilize the egg cells
- has egg cells
- study of traits passed from parent to children
10 Clues: has egg cells • Father of genetics • insects for pollination • crossed the breeding of plants • needed to fertilize the egg cells • traits passed from parents to children • factor that blocks another genetic factor • blocked by the presence of dominant factor • study of traits passed from parent to children • parents have different forms of the same trait
Homework. Yeralimova Aziza 2025-01-22
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- Microbial genetics focuses on this level of biological organization
- Genetic material transfer method in bacteria
- information in microorganisms, including bacteria, archaea, viruses and some protozoa and fungi.
- The study of heredity and variation in organisms
- Microbial genetics is vital for understanding this type of disease
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- the study of the mechanisms of heri
- The molecule that carries genetic instructions
- The total genetic content in an organism
8 Clues: The total genetic content in an organism • the study of the mechanisms of heri • Genetic material transfer method in bacteria • The molecule that carries genetic instructions • The study of heredity and variation in organisms • Microbial genetics is vital for understanding this type of disease • ...
Genetics Crossword Puzzle 2021-01-28
Across
- Having 2 dominant or 2 recessive alleles
- Scientific study of heredity
- Having one dominant and one recessive allele
- Bundle of DNA containing genes
- The different forms of a gene
- Shows all possible outcomes of a genetic cross
- A type of trait that a person is born with
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- If this allele is present, the trait will appear in the organism
- An organism's physical appearance
- A segment of DNA that codes for a trait
- A type of trait that is developed or learned over time
- An organism's genetic makeup
- It takes 2 of these alleles for this trait to appear in an organism
- Scientist who studied genetics
- Location of DNA in a cell
- Molecule that codes for traits
16 Clues: Location of DNA in a cell • Scientific study of heredity • An organism's genetic makeup • The different forms of a gene • Bundle of DNA containing genes • Scientist who studied genetics • Molecule that codes for traits • An organism's physical appearance • A segment of DNA that codes for a trait • Having 2 dominant or 2 recessive alleles • ...
Science et Technologie 2024-01-16
30 Clues: UFO • gene • chip • cell • comet • datas • space • clone • prove • planet • create • rocket • biology • ethical • science • explore • medicine • discover • genetics • research • inventor • progress • chemistry • scientist • astronomy • unethical • experiment • technology • mathematics • demonstrate
