genetics Crossword Puzzles

Genetics and Evolution 2021-05-16

Genetics and Evolution crossword puzzle
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  1. a fossil that is only found at one time in history
  2. a theory that states that organisms that inherit traits that are better suited to their environment are more likely to live long enough to reproduce and pass on their genetics; causes evolution or extinction
  3. a change that happens in a population over time; causes adaptations
  4. the type of the allele that is coded for over other alleles
  5. the type of allele that is only coded for in the absence of dominant alleles
  6. differences in organisms that exist because they inherited different alleles
  7. special molecules that come together in different sequences to make the genetic code of organisms
  8. reproduction that occurs when two parents create an offspring that is a genetic mix of both parents
  9. the process of replicating and passing on genetics to offspring
  10. a change in an organism
  11. the genetic make up of an organism
  12. the breeding of two organisms that contain desirable traits
  13. structures found in the nucleus made of many strands of coiled DNA
  14. a sequence of DNA that codes for a specific trait
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  1. the altering of an organisms DNA in a laboratory setting
  2. anything that restricts the growth of an organism or the abundance of a population; these cause natural selection
  3. a method of telling how old a fossil is in years
  4. a method of telling how old a fossil is compared to other fossils
  5. reproduction that occurs when one parent creates offspring that is a genetic clone of themselves
  6. a law that states that newest rocks and fossils on will be on top and the older rocks and fossils will be on bottom
  7. pairs of chromosomes that code for the same trait; one comes from each parent
  8. the eradication of an entire species
  9. the study of inherited characteristics
  10. the physical traits of an organism
  11. any remain or impression from something that used to be living

25 Clues: a change in an organism • the genetic make up of an organism • the physical traits of an organism • the eradication of an entire species • the study of inherited characteristics • a method of telling how old a fossil is in years • a sequence of DNA that codes for a specific trait • a fossil that is only found at one time in history • ...

CD1 crossword ksherk 2023-10-26

CD1 crossword ksherk crossword puzzle
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  1. change or growth that occurs in children
  2. development involving the small muscles of the hands and fingers
  3. children who are ages 6-12
  4. a physical body change that happens during development.
  5. all of the interactions, experiences, and events that influence or affect a child’s development.
  6. children in age three up to six years of age
  7. children from birth through the first year
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  1. the ability of the brain to change according to stimulation
  2. the order of biological changes in children, based on that child’s genetics.
  3. the development of skills such as learning to relate to others, and learning how to properly express themselves via their feelings.
  4. a steroid hormone the body produces under stress
  5. children from age one up to the third birthday
  6. the skills that people use to gain intellect
  7. traits a child inherits through genetics

14 Clues: children who are ages 6-12 • change or growth that occurs in children • traits a child inherits through genetics • children from birth through the first year • the skills that people use to gain intellect • children in age three up to six years of age • children from age one up to the third birthday • a steroid hormone the body produces under stress • ...

Genetics Vocab 2022-10-30

Genetics Vocab crossword puzzle
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  1. has both the dominant and recessive allele
  2. organism reproduces with itself to create genetically identical offspring
  3. The instructions for how proteins are made
  4. the set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.
  5. two identical alleles for a specific trait
  6. carries genetic information
  7. the alternative form or versions of a gene found in the same place of a chromosome
  8. is a genetically determined characteristic.
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  1. organism reproduces with another organism and creates genetically different offspring
  2. two different alleles for a trait
  3. the study of how physical traits and characteristics are passed from each generation
  4. DNA passed from each parent that determines the specific characteristics of an organism
  5. the genetic makeup of an organism
  6. expressed if two copies of the allele are present
  7. expressed if only one allele is present

15 Clues: carries genetic information • two different alleles for a trait • the genetic makeup of an organism • expressed if only one allele is present • has both the dominant and recessive allele • The instructions for how proteins are made • two identical alleles for a specific trait • is a genetically determined characteristic. • expressed if two copies of the allele are present • ...

biotechnology/genetics 2022-11-21

biotechnology/genetics crossword puzzle
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  1. Antibiotics
  2. measured by breaking the fibers held between clamp jaws.
  3. plants
  4. balancing the environment
  5. Biocatalysts
  6. living cells
  7. the organized provision of medical care to individuals or a community.
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  1. Bioremediation
  2. any of a variety of operations by which raw foodstuffs are made suitable for consumption, cooking, or storage.
  3. a fuel derived directly from living matter.
  4. produces vacines
  5. Pest Resistant Crops
  6. living aquatic ecosystems
  7. a biotechnology field that uses computer science as a main driving force.
  8. insects

15 Clues: plants • insects • Antibiotics • Biocatalysts • living cells • Bioremediation • produces vacines • Pest Resistant Crops • living aquatic ecosystems • balancing the environment • a fuel derived directly from living matter. • measured by breaking the fibers held between clamp jaws. • the organized provision of medical care to individuals or a community. • ...

Genetics Review 2020-02-28

Genetics Review crossword puzzle
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  1. the-code-to-you
  2. family-tree
  3. two-identical-cells-are-created
  4. chromosomes-line-up-in-the-middle
  5. same-allele
  6. diagram-to-track-traits
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  1. another-name-for-heterozygous
  2. body-cells
  3. someone-who-carries-a-trait-but-doesn't-exibit-it
  4. the-physical-look-of-a-trait
  5. PMAT-happens-twice
  6. two-different-alleles
  7. cytoplasm-splits-to-create-new-cells
  8. half-a-chromosome
  9. egg-or-sperm-cell

15 Clues: body-cells • family-tree • same-allele • the-code-to-you • half-a-chromosome • egg-or-sperm-cell • PMAT-happens-twice • two-different-alleles • diagram-to-track-traits • the-physical-look-of-a-trait • another-name-for-heterozygous • two-identical-cells-are-created • chromosomes-line-up-in-the-middle • cytoplasm-splits-to-create-new-cells • someone-who-carries-a-trait-but-doesn't-exibit-it

Meiosis & Genetics 2023-02-13

Meiosis & Genetics crossword puzzle
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  1. the number of daughter cells created from the process of meiosis
  2. the maturation of female gametes (production of egg cells)
  3. when genes that are close to each other on a chromosome are likely to get passed on to offspring together
  4. in Metaphase 1 the chromosomes randomly line up next to their homologous pair
  5. stage in which homologous pairs line up next to each other in the center of the cell
  6. when the egg and sperm cell meet to create a zygote
  7. stage in which homologous chromosomes are pulled apart
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  1. in Prophase 1 when homologous chromosomes swap segments of their chromosome
  2. cells created from the process of meiosis
  3. when a cell undergoes oogenesis, and it does not have enough cytoplasm or cell parts to continue developing, it turns into this.
  4. the maturation of male gametes (production of sperm cells)
  5. cells containing two copies of each chromosome
  6. stage in which sister chromatids are pulled away from each other
  7. the daughter cells created from meiosis are genetically ______.
  8. cells containing one copy of each chromosome

15 Clues: cells created from the process of meiosis • cells containing one copy of each chromosome • cells containing two copies of each chromosome • when the egg and sperm cell meet to create a zygote • stage in which homologous chromosomes are pulled apart • the maturation of female gametes (production of egg cells) • ...

Genetics Vocabulary 2023-03-06

Genetics Vocabulary crossword puzzle
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  1. one member of a pair or several genes that are located on a specific position (locus) on homologous chromosomes
  2. amount of difference between animals passed from parent to offspring
  3. compound composed of deoxyribose (a sugar), phosphoric acid, and nitrogen that contains genes on strands in the form of a double helix
  4. location of a gene on a chromosome
  5. having similar chromosomes
  6. physical appearance of an animal (as determined by genotype)
  7. effect is hidden, but still transmissible
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  1. union of a sperm and an egg
  2. having different chromosomes
  3. study of heredity
  4. small rod shaped body found in the nucleus of the cell
  5. hides the effect of recessive gene
  6. fertilized egg celled formed by the union of two gametes
  7. a molecule located on chromosomes made up of DNA
  8. the kinds of gene pairs possessed by the animal, a combination of genes

15 Clues: study of heredity • having similar chromosomes • union of a sperm and an egg • having different chromosomes • location of a gene on a chromosome • hides the effect of recessive gene • effect is hidden, but still transmissible • a molecule located on chromosomes made up of DNA • small rod shaped body found in the nucleus of the cell • ...

Genetics-9 2023-03-03

Genetics-9 crossword puzzle
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  1. increases in genes inherited to the next generation
  2. a type of selection that pushes alleles towards the mean of the population
  3. an allele no longer occurs within a population
  4. mutations that occur but change the protein structure of the protein they code for
  5. random changes in allele frequency over time
  6. a type of selection that creates multiple allele frequencies, splits the mean
  7. a group within a species that is isolated from the rest of the species
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  1. an allele occurs at 100% within a population
  2. a type of selection that pushes allele frequency towards one side or the other
  3. mutations that occur but are silent. These are often used as markers among populations
  4. gene flow among populations
  5. when a population can be tracked back to a few individuals that started the population
  6. when a population goes through a great reduction in genetic diversity
  7. a statistical method to quantify genetic similarity among populations.
  8. an equation that predicts allele frequencies within a population

15 Clues: gene flow among populations • an allele occurs at 100% within a population • random changes in allele frequency over time • an allele no longer occurs within a population • increases in genes inherited to the next generation • an equation that predicts allele frequencies within a population • when a population goes through a great reduction in genetic diversity • ...

GENETICS UNIT 2018-12-04

GENETICS UNIT crossword puzzle
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  1. Heterozygous genotype that equally expresses the traits from both alleles
  2. Heterozygous phenotype that is a blend of the two homozygous phenotypes
  3. Characteristic of having two of the same locus of sister chromatics
  4. Likelihood that a particular event will happen
  5. Specific region of DNA that codes for a particular protein
  6. The passing on of physical or mental characteristics genetically from one generation to another
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  1. Allele that is expressed when two different alleles are present in an organisms genotype
  2. Characteristic of having two different alleles that appear at the same locus of sister chromatics
  3. Any of the alternative forms of a gene that occurs at a specific place on a chromosome
  4. Model for predicting all possible genotypes, resulting from a cross, or mating
  5. Collection of all sn organisms physical characteristics
  6. Allele that is not expressed unless two copies are present in an organisms genotype
  7. Collection of all of an organisms genetic information that codes for traits
  8. Type of organism whose ancestors are genetically uniform
  9. Resulting of combining the qualities of two organisms of different breeds,varieties, or species

15 Clues: Likelihood that a particular event will happen • Collection of all sn organisms physical characteristics • Type of organism whose ancestors are genetically uniform • Specific region of DNA that codes for a particular protein • Characteristic of having two of the same locus of sister chromatics • ...

genetics vocab 2022-02-22

genetics vocab crossword puzzle
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  1. each contribute
  2. wrapped up dna
  3. opposite of incomplete dominance
  4. makes 2 identical cells
  5. another word for homozygous
  6. chromosomes lined up in middle
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  1. a chart or square that shows possible combinations
  2. a family tree that helps find traits
  3. body cells
  4. chromosomes line up on opposite sides
  5. segment of dna
  6. another word for heterozygous
  7. half of a chromosome
  8. begin to split
  9. the phase it spends the most time in

15 Clues: body cells • segment of dna • begin to split • wrapped up dna • each contribute • half of a chromosome • makes 2 identical cells • another word for homozygous • another word for heterozygous • chromosomes lined up in middle • opposite of incomplete dominance • a family tree that helps find traits • the phase it spends the most time in • chromosomes line up on opposite sides • ...

Microbial Genetics 2023-09-26

Microbial Genetics crossword puzzle
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  1. A type of DNA replication used to replicate the F factor
  2. encodes genes needed for conjugation, including the T4SS
  3. A mutation that results in a change in the amino acid sequence
  4. Transfer of DNA between bacteria requiring direct cell contact
  5. How we determine if a substance is carcinogenic/mutagenic
  6. Has F factor integrated into the chromosome
  7. Region on F factor that allows it to be incorporated in the host chromosome
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  1. Cytosine to adenine mutation
  2. A mutation that does not cause a change in the amino acid sequence
  3. Protein complex containing the relaxase and accessory proteins that bind to the F factor at the origin of replication
  4. The extension of an F+ cell that makes contact with an F- cell
  5. Guides the F factor DNA to the T4SS
  6. Cytosine to thymine mutation
  7. The F factor is an example
  8. the experiment that showed direct cell to cell contact was needed for DNA transfer between bacterial strains

15 Clues: The F factor is an example • Cytosine to adenine mutation • Cytosine to thymine mutation • Guides the F factor DNA to the T4SS • Has F factor integrated into the chromosome • A type of DNA replication used to replicate the F factor • encodes genes needed for conjugation, including the T4SS • How we determine if a substance is carcinogenic/mutagenic • ...

Molecular Genetics 2023-12-05

Molecular Genetics crossword puzzle
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  1. Ribosomal RNA; a type of RNA molecule that makes up the main part of the structure of a ribosome
  2. A chain of hundreds or thousands of amino acids
  3. Ribonucleic (RIY-boh-nyoo-KLEE-ihk) acid; nucleic acid that uses the instructions stored in DNA to build proteins
  4. A sequence of three bases in a tRNA molecule that is complementary to a codon in mRNA
  5. The process in which proteins are produced based on instructions carried by mRNA
  6. A monosaccharide; the sugar component of RNA
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  1. Messenger RNA; a linear RNA molecule that contains codons
  2. The process in which DNA duplicates, or makes a copy of, itself
  3. A subunit of a nucleic acid that consists of a phosphate group, a five-carbon sugar, and a nitrogenous base
  4. The relationship in which each codon determines each amino acid used for making a protein
  5. One of the four major classes of large organic molecules, made of amino acids
  6. Deoxyribonucleic (dee-AHK-sih-riy-boh-nyoo-KLEE-ihk) acid; this is the molecule, unique to each individual, carrying the genetic information to be found in every cell; all the information an organism needs to live and reproduce is contained in its DNA
  7. The synthesis of an RNA molecule using a DNA molecule for a template
  8. A sequence of three bases that codes for a single amino acid
  9. Transfer RNA; a type of RNA molecule that carries amino acids to the site of protein synthesis at ribosomes

15 Clues: A monosaccharide; the sugar component of RNA • A chain of hundreds or thousands of amino acids • Messenger RNA; a linear RNA molecule that contains codons • A sequence of three bases that codes for a single amino acid • The process in which DNA duplicates, or makes a copy of, itself • The synthesis of an RNA molecule using a DNA molecule for a template • ...

Genetics Test 2024-01-03

Genetics Test crossword puzzle
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  1. Cars in the garage
  2. Apples in the tree
  3. A trait that is hidden unless both parents give you the allele
  4. Two diffrent genotype
  5. More powerful trait
  6. A different form of a characteristic
  7. DNA organized in structures
  8. Physical traits that are visible
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  1. different forms of a gene
  2. Used for combinding genotypes to get a outcome
  3. Segments of DNA
  4. Mendel Created what genes are, and used pea plants
  5. Letter combinations of alleles from your parents
  6. Cars in the garage
  7. A molecule containing genetic information
  8. Apples in the tree
  9. Two of the same genotype

17 Clues: Segments of DNA • Cars in the garage • Apples in the tree • Cars in the garage • Apples in the tree • More powerful trait • Two diffrent genotype • Two of the same genotype • different forms of a gene • DNA organized in structures • Physical traits that are visible • A different form of a characteristic • A molecule containing genetic information • ...

Genetics Test 2024-01-03

Genetics Test crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Cars in the garage
  2. Apples in the tree
  3. A trait that is hidden unless both parents give you the allele
  4. Two diffrent genotype
  5. More powerful trait
  6. A different form of a characteristic
  7. DNA organized in structures
  8. Physical traits that are visible
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  1. different forms of a gene
  2. Used for combinding genotypes to get a outcome
  3. Segments of DNA
  4. Mendel Created what genes are, and used pea plants
  5. Letter combinations of alleles from your parents
  6. Cars in the garage
  7. A molecule containing genetic information
  8. Apples in the tree
  9. Two of the same genotype

17 Clues: Segments of DNA • Cars in the garage • Apples in the tree • Cars in the garage • Apples in the tree • More powerful trait • Two diffrent genotype • Two of the same genotype • different forms of a gene • DNA organized in structures • Physical traits that are visible • A different form of a characteristic • A molecule containing genetic information • ...

Genetics Test 2024-01-03

Genetics Test crossword puzzle
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  1. squares Used combining genotypes to get a outcome
  2. Two diffrent genotype
  3. Mendel Created what genes are, and used pea plants
  4. More powerful trait
  5. Cars in the garage
  6. Cars in the garage
  7. Apples in the tree
  8. A trait that is hidden unless both parents give you the allele
  9. DNA organized in structures
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  1. A different form of a characteristic
  2. Physical traits that are visible
  3. Two of the same genotype
  4. Letter combinations of alleles from your parents
  5. different forms of a gene
  6. Apples in the tree
  7. A molecule containing genetic information
  8. Segments of DNA

17 Clues: Segments of DNA • Cars in the garage • Apples in the tree • Cars in the garage • Apples in the tree • More powerful trait • Two diffrent genotype • Two of the same genotype • different forms of a gene • DNA organized in structures • Physical traits that are visible • A different form of a characteristic • A molecule containing genetic information • ...

Genetics Crossword 2024-02-02

Genetics Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Common Name for Trisomy 21
  2. Disease Caused by Two Mutations in Same Gene
  3. When the Biological Parents are Relatives
  4. Sporadic
  5. All 46 XX individuals are this
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  1. DNA that is assessed by Cell Free DNA Screening
  2. Common Error that causes Trisomy 21
  3. Placental Sampling
  4. Double Helix
  5. Common Name for Cell Free DNA Screening
  6. Turner's Syndrome
  7. Identical Twins
  8. Individual with "Normal" Chromosomes
  9. Structure That Carries Genetic Information
  10. Acronym for inconslusive mutation

15 Clues: Sporadic • Double Helix • Identical Twins • Turner's Syndrome • Placental Sampling • Common Name for Trisomy 21 • All 46 XX individuals are this • Acronym for inconslusive mutation • Common Error that causes Trisomy 21 • Individual with "Normal" Chromosomes • Common Name for Cell Free DNA Screening • When the Biological Parents are Relatives • ...

Mendelian Genetics 2025-11-05

Mendelian Genetics crossword puzzle
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  1. the genetic makeup of an organism, "letters"
  2. a section of DNA that codes for a trait
  3. having two of the SAME alleles
  4. refers to the expression of the genes, how it looks
  5. the number of boxes in a Punnett Square in a dihybrid cross
  6. situation where the alleles "blend"
  7. the allele that gets covered up by dominant
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  1. having two DIFFERENT alleles for a trait
  2. a cross that looks at one trait at a time
  3. different forms of a gene
  4. situation where both alleles are expressed in phenotype of heterozygote
  5. the number of boxes in a Punnett Square for monohybrid cross
  6. the allele that expresses itself
  7. reproductive part of a plant
  8. a cross that looks at two traits at a time

15 Clues: different forms of a gene • reproductive part of a plant • having two of the SAME alleles • the allele that expresses itself • situation where the alleles "blend" • a section of DNA that codes for a trait • having two DIFFERENT alleles for a trait • a cross that looks at one trait at a time • a cross that looks at two traits at a time • ...

Genetics Crossword 2025-12-21

Genetics Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. the letter used to represent recessive alleles
  2. a trait that can be hidden by dominant traits
  3. an organisms that produces offspring
  4. A trait that shows up even if only one allele is inherited
  5. threadlike structures that hold genes inside the nucleus
  6. the possibility of of certain event taking place
  7. Square a tool used to predict the traits of genetic crosses
  8. Segments of DNA
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  1. The genetic makeup of an organism
  2. Mendel The scientist known as the father of genetics
  3. Generation the second group of offspring produced by the first generation
  4. The letter used to represent Dominant alleles
  5. the physical traits inherited by the offspring
  6. generation the first group of offspring produced by the parent generation
  7. different versions of a gene

15 Clues: Segments of DNA • different versions of a gene • The genetic makeup of an organism • an organisms that produces offspring • a trait that can be hidden by dominant traits • The letter used to represent Dominant alleles • the letter used to represent recessive alleles • the physical traits inherited by the offspring • the possibility of of certain event taking place • ...

Gregor Mendel 2024-10-28

Gregor Mendel crossword puzzle
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  1. what country was Mendel born in
  2. that alleles for different traits assort independently of one another during gamete formation.
  3. montastary Mendel was enrolled in
  4. States that during gamete formation, the two alleles for a trait segregate so that each gamete carries only one allele.
  5. typically passed down from parent to child(DD)
  6. Focused initially on single traits to establish basic inheritance patterns.
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  1. Plant mendel used in his experiments
  2. the alleles of the trait-causing gene are the same
  3. Other father of genetics
  4. considered a father of _____

10 Clues: Other father of genetics • considered a father of _____ • what country was Mendel born in • montastary Mendel was enrolled in • Plant mendel used in his experiments • typically passed down from parent to child(DD) • the alleles of the trait-causing gene are the same • Focused initially on single traits to establish basic inheritance patterns. • ...

Gentics 2024-04-24

Gentics crossword puzzle
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  1. The traits which are transmitted by the parent to its offspring
  2. strong gene/trRecessivesive Weaker gene/trait
  3. The father of genetics
  4. having two different alleles of a particular gene/s
  5. The study of genes and heredity.
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  1. the observable physical properties of an organism
  2. having two identical alleles of a particular gene/s
  3. one of two or more alternative forms of a gene that arise by mutation
  4. the sum of all biological processes by which particular characteristics are transmitted from parents to their offspring.
  5. a unit of heredity

10 Clues: a unit of heredity • The father of genetics • The study of genes and heredity. • strong gene/trRecessivesive Weaker gene/trait • the observable physical properties of an organism • having two identical alleles of a particular gene/s • having two different alleles of a particular gene/s • The traits which are transmitted by the parent to its offspring • ...

GENETICS CROSSWORD 2022-01-24

GENETICS CROSSWORD crossword puzzle
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  1. A version of a gene.
  2. An organism's physical appearance, or visible traits.
  3. An organism that has two identical alleles for a trait. AA or aa
  4. A segment of DNA on a chromosome that codes for a specific trait.
  5. The genetic material found in the nucleus of cells. Contained in a molecule of deoxyribonucleic acid.
  6. An organism that has two different alleles for a trait. Aa
  7. The table used to predict what traits offspring will have based on what traits the parents have.
  8. A pattern of inheritance in which two alleles, inherited from the parents, are neither dominant nor recessive. The resulting offspring have a phenotype that is a blending of the parental traits.
  9. An organism's genetic makeup. AA, Aa, aa
  10. Describes a trait that covers over, or dominates, another form of that trait.
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  1. Describes a trait that is covered over, or dominated, by another form of that trait and seems to disappear.
  2. A characteristic that is passed from parent to offspring.
  3. Process of making changes in the DNA code of living organisms.
  4. The scientific study of heredity.
  5. Passing of traits from parents to offspring.

15 Clues: A version of a gene. • The scientific study of heredity. • An organism's genetic makeup. AA, Aa, aa • Passing of traits from parents to offspring. • An organism's physical appearance, or visible traits. • A characteristic that is passed from parent to offspring. • An organism that has two different alleles for a trait. Aa • ...

Genetics vocab 2020-07-01

Genetics vocab crossword puzzle
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  1. the organelle within a cell that contains DNA
  2. forms the basic structural unit of DNA. Composed of sugar, a phosphate and a base.
  3. both alleles are the same eg. BB
  4. Inherited in families eg. medical conditions
  5. organism has the exact same trait eg for homozygous the trait so either pp or PP
  6. a section of DNA that codes for a specific trait
  7. thread-like structure of nucleic acid and protein found in the nucleus of most living cells.
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  1. unknown individual crossed with homozygous recessive to find genotype.
  2. alleles are different eg. Bb
  3. an allele which is only expressed even if only if one is present eg BB
  4. an alternate version of a gene can be dominant or recessive
  5. only be expressed if there are no dominant alleles present eg. bb
  6. the appearance eg. colour
  7. large biologically important polymer comprised of sequences of amino acid.
  8. the specific alleles that occur in an organism eg. Bb,BB,bb

15 Clues: the appearance eg. colour • alleles are different eg. Bb • both alleles are the same eg. BB • Inherited in families eg. medical conditions • the organelle within a cell that contains DNA • a section of DNA that codes for a specific trait • an alternate version of a gene can be dominant or recessive • the specific alleles that occur in an organism eg. Bb,BB,bb • ...

Genetics menu 2022-03-10

Genetics menu crossword puzzle
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  1. an individual's collection of genes
  2. each individual that is a diploid has a pair of alleles (copy) for a particular trait.
  3. This is what is made up of DNA
  4. a distinguishing quality or characteristic, typically one belonging to a person.
  5. different genes independently separate from one another when reproductive cells develop.
  6. a _____ trait or gene.
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  1. one of two or more alternative forms of a gene that arise by mutation
  2. an individual's observable traits
  3. A structure found inside the nucleus of a cell
  4. having two identical alleles of a particular gene or genes.
  5. Founder of the science of genetics
  6. one of the pairs of inherited traits will be dominant and the others recessive unless both the factors are recessive.
  7. The presence of two different alleles at a particular gene locus.
  8. can produce a noticeable effect only when two copies of the gene are present
  9. the study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristic

15 Clues: a _____ trait or gene. • This is what is made up of DNA • an individual's observable traits • Founder of the science of genetics • an individual's collection of genes • A structure found inside the nucleus of a cell • having two identical alleles of a particular gene or genes. • The presence of two different alleles at a particular gene locus. • ...

Genetics Menu 2022-03-13

Genetics Menu crossword puzzle
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  1. The study of genes
  2. If an organism has at least one of these alleles present this trait will be present
  3. Gene pairs separate during gamete formation so each parent passes down one form of gene to offspring
  4. If an organism has two of these alleles present this trait will be present
  5. Individuals have two of the same alleles for a given gene
  6. The general trait that an organism exhibits
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  1. The dominant allele will be expressed of present
  2. Different genes independently separate from one another when reproductive cells develop
  3. Tightly wound DNA, holds genetic information
  4. Individuals have two different alleles for a given gene
  5. Specific gene
  6. Specific characteristic of an individual
  7. The specific genetic makeup (Yy, YY ,yy, etc)
  8. Founder of modern genetic science
  9. Are made up of DNA

15 Clues: Specific gene • The study of genes • Are made up of DNA • Founder of modern genetic science • Specific characteristic of an individual • The general trait that an organism exhibits • Tightly wound DNA, holds genetic information • The specific genetic makeup (Yy, YY ,yy, etc) • The dominant allele will be expressed of present • ...

Genetics Vocab 2022-03-21

Genetics Vocab crossword puzzle
Across
  1. relating to or denoting heritable characteristics controlled by genes that are expressed in offspring only when inherited from both parents.
  2. one of two or more alternative forms of a gene that arise by mutation and are found at the same place on a chromosome.
  3. the record of descent of an animal, showing it to be purebred.
  4. the genetic constitution of an individual organism.
  5. the set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.
  6. a relationship between two versions of a gene. Individuals receive one version of a gene, called an allele, from each parent.
  7. most important, powerful, or influential.
  8. a unit of heredity which is transferred from a parent to offspring and is held to determine some characteristic of the offspring.
Down
  1. results from a cross in which each parental contribution is genetically unique and gives rise to progeny whose phenotype is intermediate.
  2. a person or thing that carries, holds, or conveys something.
  3. a distinguishing quality or characteristic, typically one belonging to a person.
  4. the passing on of physical or mental characteristics genetically from one generation to another.
  5. having two identical alleles of a particular gene or genes.
  6. having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes.
  7. a square diagram that is composed of a grid of usually four boxes and is used to calculate and depict all the combinations.

15 Clues: most important, powerful, or influential. • the genetic constitution of an individual organism. • having two identical alleles of a particular gene or genes. • having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes. • a person or thing that carries, holds, or conveys something. • the record of descent of an animal, showing it to be purebred. • ...

Cells & Genetics 2014-04-19

Cells & Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. DNA is a double stranded?
  2. has 99% of your genes
  3. the number of chromosomes a human has is normally
  4. our genes are a small part of?
  5. has the remaining % of your genes
  6. come in many different varieties and has many different functions
  7. we have 98.5% of chromosome DNA we share with?
  8. DNA strands are made up of sugar, phosphate and ? different bases.
Down
  1. the long molecules that contain our DNA are organised in pairs called
  2. these genes are passed on to parents, children and other?
  3. we have 99.9% of chromosome DNA we share with?
  4. genes tell a cell how to? and what traits to express.
  5. Adenine, Thymine,Cytosine and Guanine make up the?
  6. the number and order of the four bases determine if we are?
  7. most genes are recipe's for making a specific?

15 Clues: has 99% of your genes • DNA is a double stranded? • our genes are a small part of? • has the remaining % of your genes • we have 99.9% of chromosome DNA we share with? • we have 98.5% of chromosome DNA we share with? • most genes are recipe's for making a specific? • the number of chromosomes a human has is normally • Adenine, Thymine,Cytosine and Guanine make up the? • ...

Genetics crosswords 2015-02-04

Genetics crosswords crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Each of two or more alternative forms of a gene; can be dominant or recessive.
  2. The genetic makeup of each trait in an organism.
  3. Cell structures that carry the genetic material that is copied and passed from generation to generation of cells.
  4. Fusion of male and female gametes
  5. Cell with two of each kind of chromosome
  6. Describes a trait that covers over (masks), or dominates, another form of that trait.
  7. An organism that has two identical alleles for a trait
  8. A chart that shows all the possible combinations of alleles that can result from a genetic cross.
  9. A characteristic that an organism can pass on to its offspring through its genes.
Down
  1. Cell with one of each kind of chromosome.
  2. Diploid cell that is formed when a sperm fertilizes an egg.
  3. An organism's physical appearance, or visible traits, regardless of the genes involved.
  4. Trait of an organism that can be masked by the dominant form of a trait.
  5. An organism that has two different alleles for a trait.
  6. Type of cell division where one body cell produces gametes, each containing half of the usual the number of chromosomes.

15 Clues: Fusion of male and female gametes • Cell with two of each kind of chromosome • Cell with one of each kind of chromosome. • The genetic makeup of each trait in an organism. • An organism that has two identical alleles for a trait • An organism that has two different alleles for a trait. • Diploid cell that is formed when a sperm fertilizes an egg. • ...

Genetics Unit 2014-11-06

Genetics Unit crossword puzzle
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  1. the set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment
  2. A place, space or locality
  3. uppercase letters indicate _________ alleles.
  4. a pair of genes where one is dominant and one is recessive
  5. a distinguishing quality or characteristic
  6. a gene provides instructions for a cell to make a certain _______.
  7. lowercase letters indicate _________ alleles.
  8. the passing on of physical or mental characteristics genetically from one generation to another
Down
  1. the genetic constitution of an individual organism
  2. having identical pairs of genes for any given pair of hereditary characteristics
  3. a diagram that is used to predict an outcome of a particular cross or breeding experiment
  4. any of the alternative forms of a gene that occurs at a specific place on a chromosome
  5. an animal bred from parents of the same breed or variety
  6. the offspring of two plants or animals of different species or varieties
  7. specific region of DNA that codes for a particular protein

15 Clues: A place, space or locality • a distinguishing quality or characteristic • uppercase letters indicate _________ alleles. • lowercase letters indicate _________ alleles. • the genetic constitution of an individual organism • an animal bred from parents of the same breed or variety • a pair of genes where one is dominant and one is recessive • ...

Genetics, Evolution 2014-10-19

Genetics, Evolution crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Inherited traits that children get from their parents come from
  2. The amount of difference in physical and/or behavioral attributes by a population is?
  3. _____ allele exhibit their effect only when both chromosomes have the allele
  4. Any trait of an organism that enhances its chances of surviving & reproducing in its environment
  5. What type of organism did Gregor Mendel use to first study heredity
  6. Any close relationship between species
Down
  1. ________ Selection is the gradual process by which bio traits become more/less common in a pop as a effect of inherited traits on the differential reproductive success of organisms interacting w/ their environment.
  2. The study of heredity
  3. What do we call the genetic make up of the individual, represented by a pair of letters?
  4. The central idea of ___________ is that all life on Earth shares a common ancestor, just as you and your cousins share a common grandmother.
  5. A squirrel’s propensity for storing nuts, a bears long winter hibernation are examples of ________ adaptation.
  6. The physical trait observed in an offspring is known as it’s
  7. ________Selection - Farmers and breeders allowed only the plants & animals with desirable characteristics to reproduce, causing the evolution of farm stock
  8. A symbiotic relation between species where 1 benefits & the other is harmed
  9. developed the theory of evolution by means of natural selection

15 Clues: The study of heredity • Any close relationship between species • The physical trait observed in an offspring is known as it’s • Inherited traits that children get from their parents come from • developed the theory of evolution by means of natural selection • What type of organism did Gregor Mendel use to first study heredity • ...

Genetics Review 2023-03-07

Genetics Review crossword puzzle
Across
  1. unorganized dna
  2. genetic material
  3. eggs or sperm
  4. coiled up dna
  5. nucleus dissolves
  6. this type of trait shows
  7. had a trait in their dna but it didn't show
  8. another name for homozygous
  9. body cells
Down
  1. produces 2 new cells
  2. 2 letters that express a trait
  3. chromosomes line up in the middle of a cell
  4. division of cytoplasm
  5. a trait inheritance chart
  6. half of coiled up dna

15 Clues: body cells • eggs or sperm • coiled up dna • unorganized dna • genetic material • nucleus dissolves • produces 2 new cells • division of cytoplasm • half of coiled up dna • this type of trait shows • a trait inheritance chart • another name for homozygous • 2 letters that express a trait • chromosomes line up in the middle of a cell • had a trait in their dna but it didn't show

Genetics vocab 2023-03-07

Genetics vocab crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A characteristic that an organism can pass on to its offspring through its genes.
  2. DNA that codes a trait
  3. half of a chromosome
  4. A person whose genotype includes a gene that is not expressed in the phenotype.
  5. makes four cells
  6. A chart that shows all the possible combinations of alleles that can result from a genetic cross
  7. A chart or "family tree" that tracks which members of a family have a particular trait
Down
  1. other name for heterozygous
  2. cell spends most of their life in this phase
  3. genetic makeup of an organism - we use capital and lowercase letters to show this
  4. wrapped up DNA
  5. Describes a trait that covers over, or dominates, another form of that trait.
  6. makes two cells
  7. Trait of an organism that can be masked by the dominant form of a trait.
  8. Different forms of a gene

15 Clues: wrapped up DNA • makes two cells • makes four cells • half of a chromosome • DNA that codes a trait • Different forms of a gene • other name for heterozygous • cell spends most of their life in this phase • Trait of an organism that can be masked by the dominant form of a trait. • Describes a trait that covers over, or dominates, another form of that trait. • ...

Genetics Vocab 2023-03-06

Genetics Vocab crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A characteristic that is passed down
  2. Lowercase that is hidden when a dominant allele is present
  3. both dominant alleles show
  4. Ex: sperm and egg
  5. Ex BB or bb
  6. blending of 2 dominant alleles
  7. what something looks like, Ex purple flower
  8. Another word for homozygous
Down
  1. Ex: skin cells
  2. two or more versions of a gene
  3. Ex Bb
  4. A chart to track traits and diseases or to see if someone is a carrier
  5. Capital letter that overpowers recessive
  6. Ex bb/Bb/Bb
  7. Another word for heterozygous

15 Clues: Ex Bb • Ex BB or bb • Ex bb/Bb/Bb • Ex: skin cells • Ex: sperm and egg • both dominant alleles show • Another word for homozygous • Another word for heterozygous • two or more versions of a gene • blending of 2 dominant alleles • A characteristic that is passed down • Capital letter that overpowers recessive • what something looks like, Ex purple flower • ...

Genetics crossword 2023-03-24

Genetics crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. process by which traits are transferred from parent to offspring
  2. change in the DNA sequence of a cell. Can be a mistake in copying the DNA, or caused by a DNA-damaging chemical
  3. young of a person, animal, or plant
  4. A skill that is learned after birth
  5. male and female parents who have provided the genetic material to create offspring
  6. or characteristic of a living thing
  7. set of instructions that code for one protein or molecule
Down
  1. complete set of instructions, or genes, in an organism
  2. to genes or heredity
  3. bundle of DNA. Most humans have 23 pairs.
  4. “built-in” pattern of behavior in response to certain stimuli
  5. forms of a gene that is found on the same place in a chromosome. (ex: dimples or not, attached or detached earlobe)
  6. trait that a living thing is NOT born with, a trait that is learned from experience or environment (ex. reading a book, riding a bike, liking Taylor Swift)
  7. A characteristic that a living thing gets from its parents through genetic material (ex. eye color, roll tongue, height, blood type)
  8. molecule that carries all the information about how a living thing will look and function

15 Clues: to genes or heredity • young of a person, animal, or plant • A skill that is learned after birth • or characteristic of a living thing • bundle of DNA. Most humans have 23 pairs. • complete set of instructions, or genes, in an organism • set of instructions that code for one protein or molecule • “built-in” pattern of behavior in response to certain stimuli • ...

Genetics review 2020-03-04

Genetics review crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Where the spindle attaches to chromosomes during mitosis
  2. The process in which daughter cells split during mitosis
  3. The full set of DNA in an individual organism
  4. When a cell expresses only the genes for whatever type of cell it needs to become (2 words)
  5. An organized map of all the chromosomes in a cell
  6. The organelle that produces spindle fibers
Down
  1. A structure made of DNA molecules tightly packed around proteins called histones
  2. A section of DNA that codes for specific proteins
  3. The phase where cells spend most of their time
  4. The monomers of DNA
  5. A strand that makes up a chromosome and divides during mitosis
  6. Proteins that turn genes on or off in specific cells so only the necessary genes are expressed (2 words)
  7. A phospholipid bilayer which surrounds the nucleus and contains protein channels, called the nuclear ________
  8. The complimentary base pair to Adenine
  9. The acronym for all phases of mitosis in the correct order

15 Clues: The monomers of DNA • The complimentary base pair to Adenine • The organelle that produces spindle fibers • The full set of DNA in an individual organism • The phase where cells spend most of their time • A section of DNA that codes for specific proteins • An organized map of all the chromosomes in a cell • Where the spindle attaches to chromosomes during mitosis • ...

Genetics Vocabulary 2020-11-02

Genetics Vocabulary crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Rod-shaped (twisted) strands of DNA that are located in the nucleus of the cell
  2. The study of heredity
  3. Nucleic acid that contains coded instructions for genetic traits which are passed on
  4. Each form of a gene
  5. A characteristic or feature
  6. A unit located on a chromosome that determines a trait (small sections of DNA)
  7. The actual gene combination (letters)
  8. Controlled by genes and passed on from parents
  9. NOT inherited; it results from the effects of the environment
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  1. Both genes are DIFFERENT
  2. The weaker trait (written in lower case) ONLY expressed when there are 2
  3. Visible characteristics or feature
  4. The passing of characteristics or features genetically from one generation to the next
  5. The stronger trait (written in capital letters); ALWAYS expressed if present
  6. Both genes are the SAME

15 Clues: Each form of a gene • The study of heredity • Both genes are the SAME • Both genes are DIFFERENT • A characteristic or feature • Visible characteristics or feature • The actual gene combination (letters) • Controlled by genes and passed on from parents • NOT inherited; it results from the effects of the environment • ...

Molecular Genetics 2021-04-19

Molecular Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A defensive back who normally is positioned well behind the line of scrimmage.
  2. The backbone and instructions for your life.
  3. Three nucleotides which construct genetic code in RNA and DNA.
  4. A gene is a basic unit of heredity and a sequence of nucleotides in DNA or RNA that encodes the synthesis of a gene product, either RNA or protein.
  5. State mandate stating social distancing, masks, and reopening procedures.
  6. The study of how a person responds to drug therapy based on your genetics.
  7. Separating a whole into many parts and examining them.
  8. Fuel for our department's life.
Down
  1. The act of taking something out, by effort or force.
  2. ID Life offers this DNA test which helps clients maximize their health.
  3. The current pandemic.
  4. An enzyme which catalyzes the addition of applicable nucleotides to the new strand of DNA.
  5. The DNA manager's favorite team.
  6. A nucleic acid which guides protein synthesis. Also similar to DNA.
  7. Making many copies of a target.

15 Clues: The current pandemic. • Making many copies of a target. • Fuel for our department's life. • The DNA manager's favorite team. • The backbone and instructions for your life. • The act of taking something out, by effort or force. • Separating a whole into many parts and examining them. • Three nucleotides which construct genetic code in RNA and DNA. • ...

Genetics Braun 2021-08-25

Genetics Braun crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A secondary structure at the cleavage site that viroids and virusoids undergo during self-cleavage.
  2. 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.
  3. This type of bond makes up the sugar-phosphate backbone of DNAl It is also involved in branching during mRNA.
  4. The sequences that are removed from a mature protein.
  5. A classic mode of transcription control in bacteria where a repressor protein prevents a gene from being expressed. (Two words with a "_" between them.
  6. Infectious RNA molecules that function independently without encapsidation by any protein coat.
  7. Code: pre-mrna mRNA with introns still embedded in the code.
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  1. Occurs when a single gene gives rise to more than one mRNA sequence.(Two words with a "_" between them)
  2. Group I and group II introns can participate in ___-____ where they can excise themselves. (hyphen)
  3. The sequences that are represented in the mature protein.
  4. DNA to RNA to polypeptide. (Two words with a "_" between them)
  5. DNA sequences that are initially transcribed but then excised during when mRNA ages.
  6. ________ RNA that contains a sequence that is complementary to the correctly edited mRNA.
  7. An enzyme that lowers activation energy and jump starts a chemical reaction.
  8. the RNA sequence is read from _____ to ____ end don't forget the "'".

15 Clues: The sequences that are removed from a mature protein. • The sequences that are represented in the mature protein. • DNA to RNA to polypeptide. (Two words with a "_" between them) • the RNA sequence is read from _____ to ____ end don't forget the "'". • Code: pre-mrna mRNA with introns still embedded in the code. • ...

Genetics Test 2024-01-03

Genetics Test crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Cars in the garage
  2. Apples in the tree
  3. A trait that is hidden unless both parents give you the allele
  4. Two diffrent genotype
  5. More powerful trait
  6. A different form of a characteristic
  7. DNA organized in structures
  8. Physical traits that are visible
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  1. different forms of a gene
  2. Used for combinding genotypes to get a outcome
  3. Segments of DNA
  4. Mendel Created what genes are, and used pea plants
  5. Letter combinations of alleles from your parents
  6. Cars in the garage
  7. A molecule containing genetic information
  8. Apples in the tree
  9. Two of the same genotype

17 Clues: Segments of DNA • Cars in the garage • Apples in the tree • Cars in the garage • Apples in the tree • More powerful trait • Two diffrent genotype • Two of the same genotype • different forms of a gene • DNA organized in structures • Physical traits that are visible • A different form of a characteristic • A molecule containing genetic information • ...

Genetics Vocabulary 2024-02-28

Genetics Vocabulary crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a threadlike structure of DNA found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information in the form of genes
  2. Describes a trait that covers over, or dominates, another form of that trait. Shown as a capital letter
  3. Product of reproduction, a new organism produced by one or more parents
  4. A characteristic that an organism can pass on to its offspring through its genes
  5. Different forms of a gene
  6. An organism's genetic makeup, or allele combinations
Down
  1. Describes a trait that is covered over, or dominated, by another form of that trait and seems to disappear. Shown as a lower case letter
  2. Instructs cells how to construct proteins; stored in DNA
  3. Location of a gene on a chromosome
  4. having two different alleles for a particular gene, such as Gg
  5. Having two identical alleles for a particular gene, such as GG or gg
  6. A complex molecule containing the genetic information that makes up the chromosomes
  7. To receive genes from a parent
  8. An organism's physical appearance, or visible traits
  9. A segment of DNA on a chromosome that codes for a specific trait

15 Clues: Different forms of a gene • To receive genes from a parent • Location of a gene on a chromosome • An organism's physical appearance, or visible traits • An organism's genetic makeup, or allele combinations • Instructs cells how to construct proteins; stored in DNA • having two different alleles for a particular gene, such as Gg • ...

Genetics Crossword 2024-02-08

Genetics Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A _____ is a table that illustrates all the possible genetic outcomes of reproduction
  2. Offspring that is the result of mating genetically similar parents (Homozygous)
  3. A ____ is a unit of heredity passed from parent to offspring.
  4. Outward physical appearance
  5. A thread like structure; gene
  6. Father of Genetics
  7. ____ is the fusion of the sperm and egg to form a zygote with an independent genetic code.
  8. An organism's genetic makeup
Down
  1. A different form of a gene
  2. The study of how traits are inherited through the actions of alleles.
  3. A trait that is covered over by another form of that trait and seems to disappers
  4. A genotype with two alleles that are the same for a trait (Ex. PP)
  5. A trait that covers over another form of a trait
  6. Carrier of the genetic information of an individual
  7. A genotype with two different alleles for a trait

15 Clues: Father of Genetics • A different form of a gene • Outward physical appearance • An organism's genetic makeup • A thread like structure; gene • A trait that covers over another form of a trait • A genotype with two different alleles for a trait • Carrier of the genetic information of an individual • A ____ is a unit of heredity passed from parent to offspring. • ...

genetics vocab 2023-10-06

genetics vocab crossword puzzle
Across
  1. we have 46 _________
  2. contains your genes
  3. make proteins using directions from DNA
  4. traits passed down from your parents
  5. the capital allele is ____
  6. found in DNA,determines someone's traits
  7. 2 alleles for one trait that are different
Down
  1. the lowercase allele is____
  2. the appearance of an organism or trait
  3. 2 alleles that are the same
  4. the different forms of a characteristic
  5. the passing of physical traits from parent to offspring
  6. A diagram used to show the probability of your offspring having a certain trait
  7. the genetic makeup of an organism
  8. the study of heredity

15 Clues: contains your genes • we have 46 _________ • the study of heredity • the capital allele is ____ • the lowercase allele is____ • 2 alleles that are the same • the genetic makeup of an organism • traits passed down from your parents • the appearance of an organism or trait • the different forms of a characteristic • make proteins using directions from DNA • ...

Genetics Vocabulary 2025-03-11

Genetics Vocabulary crossword puzzle
Across
  1. describes cells that have only one set of chromosomes
  2. Cells used during sexual reproduction to produce a new individual organism or zygote - contain half the number of chromosomes of regular body cells.
  3. term is used when an individual has two identical alleles for a gene
  4. the cell that forms by the merging of an egg and a sperm during fertilization. It contains a full set of chromosomes, half from each parent, making it diploid.
  5. refers to the genetic makeup of an individual, or what alleles they have.
  6. different versions of the same gene.
  7. the visible or observable expression of the genotype
  8. cells that have two sets of chromosomes, one from each parent
  9. All the cells in the body except for the gametes and the cells that make gametes - they have a full set of chromosomes.
Down
  1. an allele that can determine a trait on its own, regardless of the other allele.
  2. the study of genes and how traits are inherited from parents to offspring. It explores how the information encoded in genes can lead to different traits in organisms.
  3. describes having two different alleles for a gene
  4. masked by a dominant allele and only shows its effect if the individual has two copies
  5. a chart that geneticists use to predict the possible genotypes of offspring in a genetic cross - helps to visualize how alleles from each parent can combine and what traits might result
  6. characteristics or features of an organism, such as hair color, eye color, or height, which can be inherited from parents.

15 Clues: different versions of the same gene. • describes having two different alleles for a gene • the visible or observable expression of the genotype • describes cells that have only one set of chromosomes • cells that have two sets of chromosomes, one from each parent • term is used when an individual has two identical alleles for a gene • ...

Genetics Vocabulary 2025-01-23

Genetics Vocabulary crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Having two different alleles for a particular gene (e.g., Aa).
  2. A type of allele that is expressed in the phenotype even when only one copy is present (e.g., Aa or AA).
  3. Having two identical alleles for a particular gene (e.g., AA or aa).
  4. Different forms or versions of a gene that determine specific traits.
  5. A gene or allele that is only expressed when two copies are present and is not visible in the presence of a dominant allele.
  6. The passing of traits from parents to offspring through genetic information.
  7. Relating to the phenotype, the visible traits or characteristics of an organism.
  8. The observable traits or characteristics of an organism, such as its physical appearance or behavior.
  9. The process by which genetic information is passed from parents to offspring.
  10. A specific characteristic or feature of an organism, such as eye color, height, or flower shape.
Down
  1. A unit of heredity that is passed from parent to offspring and determines a specific trait.
  2. A genetic cross between two organisms that differ in only one trait.
  3. A type of allele that is expressed only when two copies are present (e.g., aa); it is masked by the presence of a dominant allele.
  4. The genetic makeup or set of alleles an organism carries for a particular trait.
  5. A type of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half, creating gametes.
  6. The scientific study of heredity and the variation of inherited traits.
  7. When an organism has two identical alleles for a gene.
  8. A type of cell division that results in four gametes (sperm or egg cells), each with half the number of chromosomes of the parent cell.

18 Clues: When an organism has two identical alleles for a gene. • Having two different alleles for a particular gene (e.g., Aa). • A genetic cross between two organisms that differ in only one trait. • Having two identical alleles for a particular gene (e.g., AA or aa). • Different forms or versions of a gene that determine specific traits. • ...

DNA & Genetics 2025-11-19

DNA & Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Pyrimidine nucleotide exclusive to DNA that hydrogen-bonds with adenine
  2. Purine nitrogenous base found in nucleic acids that forms three hydrogen bonds with cytosine
  3. Cellular particle composed of rRNA and proteins that orchestrates the translation of mRNA into polypeptides
  4. Pyrimidine base in DNA and RNA known for pairing specifically with guanine
  5. Iconic molecular structure resembling a twisted ladder, formed by two intertwined strands of nucleotides
  6. Specialized two-stage process of cell division that reduces chromosome number and generates genetically diverse gametes
  7. One of multiple alternative versions of a gene that can occupy the same locus on a chromosome
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  1. Describing an organism possessing two identical allelic forms of a particular gene
  2. Single-stranded nucleic acid involved in information transfer and protein assembly
  3. Referring to an organism containing two different alleles at a specific gene locus
  4. Threadlike nuclear structure composed of DNA and proteins, carrying hereditary information in genes
  5. Segments of DNA that encode functional products and serve as fundamental hereditary units
  6. Biological process by which genetic traits and characteristics are transmitted from one generation to the next
  7. Purine base that partners with thymine in DNA and with uracil in RNA
  8. Triplet sequence on mRNA that corresponds to a specific amino acid or stop signal

15 Clues: Purine base that partners with thymine in DNA and with uracil in RNA • Pyrimidine nucleotide exclusive to DNA that hydrogen-bonds with adenine • Pyrimidine base in DNA and RNA known for pairing specifically with guanine • Triplet sequence on mRNA that corresponds to a specific amino acid or stop signal • ...

Genetics 12.2 2025-11-17

Genetics 12.2 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. one factor cross
  2. physical characteristics
  3. two different alleles
  4. two identical alleles
  5. mathematical measure of the likelihood of an event occuring
  6. separation of chromosomes pairs during meiosis
  7. gene that only expressed when individual inherits two copies of it
Down
  1. reproductive cell
  2. states genes for different traits
  3. two factor cross
  4. gene that mask the effect of a different variant
  5. different forms of a gene
  6. genetic makeup
  7. crosses between parents with different traits
  8. passed from the parents

15 Clues: genetic makeup • one factor cross • two factor cross • reproductive cell • two different alleles • two identical alleles • passed from the parents • physical characteristics • different forms of a gene • states genes for different traits • crosses between parents with different traits • separation of chromosomes pairs during meiosis • gene that mask the effect of a different variant • ...

Genetics Vocabulary 2025-12-15

Genetics Vocabulary crossword puzzle
Across
  1. - many genes
  2. - both traits show
  3. - shows with one allele
  4. - traits passed down
  5. - gene version
  6. - genetic makeup
Down
  1. - mixed traits
  2. - DNA structure
  3. - children or descendants
  4. - gene changes
  5. - hidden unless two
  6. - physical traits
  7. - two different alleles
  8. - genetic code
  9. - same alleles

15 Clues: - many genes • - mixed traits • - gene changes • - genetic code • - gene version • - same alleles • - DNA structure • - genetic makeup • - physical traits • - both traits show • - hidden unless two • - traits passed down • - shows with one allele • - two different alleles • - children or descendants

Genetics shtuff 2025-12-18

Genetics shtuff crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Offspring of two different species
  2. Determined by polygenes
  3. trait that shows up in offspring even if only one parent donates it
  4. Two different genes expressed equally in offspring
  5. Observable genetic information
  6. Characteristics that are passed on genetically
Down
  1. Two different genes
  2. A capsule that carries and transfers genetic information
  3. Two of the same genes
  4. The building block of genes
  5. Genetic information described with letters
  6. Change in species DNA
  7. trait that only shows up if two copies are given
  8. Children of a species
  9. A version of a gene

15 Clues: Two different genes • A version of a gene • Two of the same genes • Change in species DNA • Children of a species • Determined by polygenes • The building block of genes • Observable genetic information • Offspring of two different species • Genetic information described with letters • Characteristics that are passed on genetically • ...

Genetics 2020-04-27

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Study of how traits are discovered
  2. Trait that is more likely to be expressed
  3. Carries genetic information from the parent to the offspring
  4. Traits learned from experiences and the environment
Down
  1. Passing on traits from parent to offspring
  2. Physical trait based upon the species
  3. Receiving physical and internal traits from your parents
  4. Combination of characteristics that make an organism unique
  5. Trait that is less likely to be expressed

9 Clues: Study of how traits are discovered • Physical trait based upon the species • Trait that is more likely to be expressed • Trait that is less likely to be expressed • Passing on traits from parent to offspring • Traits learned from experiences and the environment • Receiving physical and internal traits from your parents • ...

Genetics 2021-01-13

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. having 2 of the same alleles for a gene
  2. physical characteristics
  3. a quality or characteristic
  4. passing of traits from parents to offspring
Down
  1. offspring of parents that differ in traits
  2. genetic makeup of an organism
  3. the basic unit of heredity (contains DNA)
  4. the study of heredity
  5. having 2 different alleles for a gene

9 Clues: the study of heredity • physical characteristics • a quality or characteristic • genetic makeup of an organism • having 2 different alleles for a gene • having 2 of the same alleles for a gene • the basic unit of heredity (contains DNA) • offspring of parents that differ in traits • passing of traits from parents to offspring

Genetics 2021-03-10

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. physical trait
  2. traits inherited by parents
  3. genetic makeup of organism
  4. prediction of offspring
  5. different variation in a gene
Down
  1. one shows when two copies of an allele
  2. passing of characteristics from one generation to the next
  3. trait: trait will show when one dominanat allele is present
  4. carries instrcutions that determine a persons traits

9 Clues: physical trait • prediction of offspring • genetic makeup of organism • traits inherited by parents • different variation in a gene • one shows when two copies of an allele • carries instrcutions that determine a persons traits • passing of characteristics from one generation to the next • trait: trait will show when one dominanat allele is present

Genetics 2019-03-01

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. An organisms DNA (code)
  2. An organisms inherrited appearance
  3. Characteristics that are hidden unless there are 2
  4. Sections of chromosomes that code for specific traits
  5. Two similar alleles
  6. Choices/options for genes
Down
  1. Characteristics that override recessive ones.
  2. Structure of DNA
  3. Two different alleles

9 Clues: Structure of DNA • Two similar alleles • Two different alleles • An organisms DNA (code) • Choices/options for genes • An organisms inherrited appearance • Characteristics that override recessive ones. • Characteristics that are hidden unless there are 2 • Sections of chromosomes that code for specific traits

Genetics 2023-11-26

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the process of manipulating organisms, cells, or molecules, to produce specific products
  2. one of a number of different forms of a gene
  3. having two different alleles for a particular gene
  4. genetic makeup of an organism
  5. chart that shows the presence or absence of a trait according to the relationships within a family across several generations
Down
  1. situation in which the phenotypes produced by both alleles are completely expressed
  2. having two identical alleles for a particular gene
  3. physical characteristics of an organism
  4. sequence of DNA that codes for a protein and thus determines a trait

9 Clues: genetic makeup of an organism • physical characteristics of an organism • one of a number of different forms of a gene • having two identical alleles for a particular gene • having two different alleles for a particular gene • sequence of DNA that codes for a protein and thus determines a trait • ...

Genetics 2023-06-08

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. An organism that has two different alleles for a trait
  2. different forms of a gene
  3. chain of amino acids
  4. all of an organism's genetic material
  5. base that pairs with Cytosine in DNA
Down
  1. forms of a trait
  2. segment of DNA
  3. single-stranded copy of DNA
  4. change in a DNA sequence that affects genetic information

9 Clues: segment of DNA • forms of a trait • chain of amino acids • different forms of a gene • single-stranded copy of DNA • base that pairs with Cytosine in DNA • all of an organism's genetic material • An organism that has two different alleles for a trait • change in a DNA sequence that affects genetic information

genetics 2021-11-19

genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. only appears through heterozygous
  2. genes but different name
  3. something that is visibly inherited
  4. the appearance of the organism that you see
  5. from generation to generation
Down
  1. used to find the likelyhood of a trait
  2. the passing down of characteristics
  3. the genetic makeup of the gene
  4. more likely to appear

9 Clues: more likely to appear • genes but different name • from generation to generation • the genetic makeup of the gene • only appears through heterozygous • the passing down of characteristics • something that is visibly inherited • used to find the likelyhood of a trait • the appearance of the organism that you see

Genetics 2021-04-27

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The study of heredity
  2. The passing of traits from parents to offspring
  3. Syndrome a disease caused by an extra 21st chromosome
  4. The result of two individuals reproducing
  5. Syndrome caused by a 21st chromosome
  6. Where all DNA is stored
Down
  1. one lowercase, one uppercase genotype
  2. Another term for Purebred
  3. alleles make up gene
  4. A physical appearance

10 Clues: alleles make up gene • The study of heredity • A physical appearance • Where all DNA is stored • Another term for Purebred • Syndrome caused by a 21st chromosome • one lowercase, one uppercase genotype • The result of two individuals reproducing • The passing of traits from parents to offspring • Syndrome a disease caused by an extra 21st chromosome

Genetics 2021-05-03

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. ribonucleic Aicd
  2. dominat
  3. Therapy
  4. Dominance
  5. differentiation
  6. gene
Down
  1. deoxonucleic Aicd
  2. Synthesis
  3. genes
  4. gene
  5. Divison

11 Clues: gene • gene • genes • dominat • Therapy • Divison • Synthesis • Dominance • differentiation • deoxonucleic Aicd • ribonucleic Aicd

Genetics 2022-05-20

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. is the complete set of genes or genetic material present in a cell or organism.
  2. a self-replicating material that is present in nearly all living organisms as the main constituent of chromosomes. It is the carrier of genetic information.
  3. is the stock of different genes in an interbreeding population.
  4. having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes.
  5. a threadlike structure of nucleic acids and protein found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information in the form of genes.
Down
  1. a square diagram that is used to predict the genotypes of a particular cross or breeding experiment.
  2. a unit of heredity which is transferred from a parent to offspring and is held to determine some characteristic of the offspring.
  3. having two identical alleles of a particular gene or genes.
  4. stands for Genetically Modified Organism

9 Clues: stands for Genetically Modified Organism • having two identical alleles of a particular gene or genes. • having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes. • is the stock of different genes in an interbreeding population. • is the complete set of genes or genetic material present in a cell or organism. • ...

Genetics 2025-02-02

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The type of dominance where traits blend
  2. A dominant or recessive form of a gene
  3. A trait that always appears if present
  4. The genetic makeup of an organism
Down
  1. A condition where both alleles are equally expressed
  2. A diagram used to predict genetic traits
  3. A trait that only appears when two copies are present
  4. The physical expression of a trait
  5. The passing of traits from parents to offspring

9 Clues: The genetic makeup of an organism • The physical expression of a trait • A dominant or recessive form of a gene • A trait that always appears if present • A diagram used to predict genetic traits • The type of dominance where traits blend • The passing of traits from parents to offspring • A condition where both alleles are equally expressed • ...

GENETICS 2023-10-22

GENETICS crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Observable characteristics
  2. Complete set of genetic material
  3. Diagram that shows the occurrence and appearance of phenotypes
  4. Weaker gene
Down
  1. Assign off traits from the parent to the offspring
  2. Stronger gene
  3. having two different alleles
  4. Having two identical alleles
  5. Basic unit of heredity

9 Clues: Weaker gene • Stronger gene • Basic unit of heredity • Observable characteristics • having two different alleles • Having two identical alleles • Complete set of genetic material • Assign off traits from the parent to the offspring • Diagram that shows the occurrence and appearance of phenotypes

Genetics 2025-04-15

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. is another word for traits
  2. is the other person who established DNA
  3. is one person who estabilsihed DNA
  4. Deoxiribonucleic acid stands for
  5. DNA Codes for these
  6. Double helix is the ____ of DNA
Down
  1. DNA is made of repeading subunits called
  2. physically looks like
  3. codes for the trait

9 Clues: codes for the trait • DNA Codes for these • physically looks like • is another word for traits • Double helix is the ____ of DNA • Deoxiribonucleic acid stands for • is one person who estabilsihed DNA • is the other person who established DNA • DNA is made of repeading subunits called

Genetics 2025-04-07

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a single trait represented by a letter
  2. letters for a trait are different
  3. two traits are being investigated
  4. one trait is being investigated: 2 letters per parent
Down
  1. physical expression of genes(what you see)
  2. the genetic information for a trait
  3. the allele that needs 2 of it to be expressed
  4. letters for a trait are the same
  5. the allele that is always expressed

9 Clues: letters for a trait are the same • letters for a trait are different • two traits are being investigated • the genetic information for a trait • the allele that is always expressed • a single trait represented by a letter • physical expression of genes(what you see) • the allele that needs 2 of it to be expressed • one trait is being investigated: 2 letters per parent

Genetics 2024-04-09

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. when both genotypes are the same
  2. a specific characteristic
  3. two of them make a gene
  4. the physical property of a gene
Down
  1. a physical trait represented by an uppercase letter
  2. when the two genotypes are different
  3. a physical trait represented by a lowercase letter
  4. a letter representing a dominant or recessive trait
  5. a trait passed down from parents to offspring

9 Clues: two of them make a gene • a specific characteristic • the physical property of a gene • when both genotypes are the same • when the two genotypes are different • a trait passed down from parents to offspring • a physical trait represented by a lowercase letter • a physical trait represented by an uppercase letter • a letter representing a dominant or recessive trait

Genetics 2022-02-14

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the physical appearance of traits
  2. a weaker treat that is able to be masked out by larger traits
  3. Last name of the father of genetics
  4. a diagram used to organize and determine the probability of traits
Down
  1. a variance in traits
  2. genetic makeup of an organism
  3. the concept of traits passing from one generation to another
  4. a stronger trait that is able to mask out smaller traits
  5. string of instructions that determine a persons traits

9 Clues: a variance in traits • genetic makeup of an organism • the physical appearance of traits • Last name of the father of genetics • string of instructions that determine a persons traits • a stronger trait that is able to mask out smaller traits • the concept of traits passing from one generation to another • a weaker treat that is able to be masked out by larger traits • ...

Genetics 2022-05-08

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. klsdnfnfd
  2. hjdsb
  3. jfsklafjakl
Down
  1. dnfkdnf
  2. klfsdmfklmefw
  3. fjeklfneklfn
  4. nfdjksnkjsd
  5. fklsnfkdnsf
  6. jksdnfkdnfkjdnf

9 Clues: hjdsb • dnfkdnf • klsdnfnfd • nfdjksnkjsd • fklsnfkdnsf • jfsklafjakl • fjeklfneklfn • klfsdmfklmefw • jksdnfkdnfkjdnf

Genetics 2023-01-05

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A bundle of tightly wrapped DNA
  2. A section of DNA that holds the code for a specific trait
  3. An allele whose trait shows up in an organism if it is present
  4. The different forms of a trait
  5. The description of the trait an organism is showing
Down
  1. An allele that is masked when a dominant allele is present
  2. An organism's allele combination
  3. A molecule that contains a long set of code
  4. A genetic characteristic

9 Clues: A genetic characteristic • The different forms of a trait • A bundle of tightly wrapped DNA • An organism's allele combination • A molecule that contains a long set of code • The description of the trait an organism is showing • A section of DNA that holds the code for a specific trait • An allele that is masked when a dominant allele is present • ...

Genetics 2022-08-02

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. allele: the allele that, if present, produces the same phenotype whether its paired allele is identical or different.
  2. having two different alleles in corresponding positions on a pair of homologous
  3. either of a pair (or series) of alternative forms of a gene that occupy the same position on a particular chromosome and that control the same character.
  4. the combination of alleles present in an organism.
  5. allele: the allele that only shows its effect on the phenotype if its paired allele is identical.
Down
  1. the observable characteristics of an organism.
  2. trait: an inherited trait that results from the presence of a single dominant allele. It is seen in an individual with one or two dominant alleles.
  3. neither allele dominates the other such that the influence of both alleles is visible in the heterozygous individual.
  4. trait: an inherited trait that results from the presence of two recessive alleles. It is only seen in an individual with no dominant allele.
  5. having two identical alleles in corresponding positions on a pair of homologous
  6. the basic unit of heredity which is composed of DNA occupies a fixed position on a chromosome and determines a specific characteristic.

11 Clues: the observable characteristics of an organism. • the combination of alleles present in an organism. • having two different alleles in corresponding positions on a pair of homologous • having two identical alleles in corresponding positions on a pair of homologous • ...

genetics 2022-12-13

genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. dominant is shown by RR.
  2. is the appearance of an organism or the trait that is seen.
  3. carries instructions that determines a person's trait.
  4. traits are traits passed down from your parents.
  5. is the genetic makeup of an organism.
Down
  1. mendel is widely considered to be the father of genetics.
  2. is shown by Rr.
  3. trait will show that trait when only one dominant allele is present.
  4. trait only show the trait when there are two copies of an allele.
  5. square a graph used to predict the outcome of the offspring from 2 different parents.

10 Clues: is shown by Rr. • dominant is shown by RR. • is the genetic makeup of an organism. • traits are traits passed down from your parents. • carries instructions that determines a person's trait. • mendel is widely considered to be the father of genetics. • is the appearance of an organism or the trait that is seen. • ...

genetics 2022-12-01

genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The passing of traits from parent to offspring
  2. The organism's appearance
  3. When the two alleles an organism has are the same
  4. The inherited combination of alleles
Down
  1. The chance that an event or allele will occur
  2. Distinguishing characteristics
  3. When the two alleles an organism has are different
  4. The structure that helps to organize an organism's dna
  5. A part of the chromosome that contains the instructions for a trait

9 Clues: The organism's appearance • Distinguishing characteristics • The inherited combination of alleles • The chance that an event or allele will occur • The passing of traits from parent to offspring • When the two alleles an organism has are the same • When the two alleles an organism has are different • The structure that helps to organize an organism's dna • ...

Springer Crossword Contest 2015-08-07

Springer Crossword Contest crossword puzzle
Across
  1. discontinuity
  2. natural hazards
  3. green business
  4. soils
  5. atom connection
Down
  1. aimed at data discovery and retrieval
  2. motion verbs
  3. decisions
  4. singapore malaysia
  5. membrane

10 Clues: soils • membrane • decisions • motion verbs • discontinuity • green business • natural hazards • atom connection • singapore malaysia • aimed at data discovery and retrieval

Genetic Terms 2022-01-12

Genetic Terms crossword puzzle
Across
  1. two forms of a gene (dominant & recessive)
  2. Any characteristic that can be passed from parent to offspring.(height, eyesight)
  3. The study of heredity
  4. cross cross involving a single trait--e.g. flower color
  5. the physical feature resulting from a genotype (e.g. red, white)
  6. Passing of traits from parent to offspring
Down
  1. Square Used to help solve genetics problems
  2. alleles that show up less often in a cross; represented by a lowercase letter
  3. gene combination for a trait (e.g. RR, Rr, rr)
  4. stronger of two alleles expressed in the hybrid; represented by a capital letter

10 Clues: The study of heredity • two forms of a gene (dominant & recessive) • Passing of traits from parent to offspring • Square Used to help solve genetics problems • gene combination for a trait (e.g. RR, Rr, rr) • cross cross involving a single trait--e.g. flower color • the physical feature resulting from a genotype (e.g. red, white) • ...

The Genetics Vocab 2024-05-20

The Genetics Vocab crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A Feature
  2. Special Quality
  3. One in different breeds
  4. Unique
  5. The self transfer of pollen
Down
  1. most-Important
  2. Individuals
  3. Same Breed
  4. to receive
  5. genes
  6. A persons Child

11 Clues: genes • Unique • A Feature • Same Breed • to receive • Individuals • most-Important • Special Quality • A persons Child • One in different breeds • The self transfer of pollen

People to Know 2017-04-25

People to Know crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Use or Disuse Theory
  2. DNA model
  3. No spontaneous generation
  4. Cells come from cells
  5. DNA model
  6. Punctuated equilibrium
  7. Father of Genetics
  8. Xray crystallography
  9. Saw animalcules in pond water
Down
  1. Amount of thymine adenine equal
  2. Animals are made of cells
  3. Antiseptic technique
  4. Plants are made of cells
  5. Cause of infection
  6. Binomial Nomenclature
  7. Natural selection
  8. Discovered cells

17 Clues: DNA model • DNA model • Discovered cells • Natural selection • Cause of infection • Father of Genetics • Use or Disuse Theory • Antiseptic technique • Xray crystallography • Cells come from cells • Binomial Nomenclature • Punctuated equilibrium • Plants are made of cells • Animals are made of cells • No spontaneous generation • Saw animalcules in pond water • Amount of thymine adenine equal

Genetics Vocabulary 2012-11-26

Genetics Vocabulary crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Part of the process of gamete formation, consisting of chromosome conjugation and two cell divisions in the course of which the diploid chromosome number becomes reduced to the haploid.
  2. Homologous things.
  3. Any of several threadlike bodies, consisting of chromatin, that carry the genes in a linear order.
  4. The generation resulting from a genetically controlled mating that is successive to the parental generation.
  5. The basic physical unit of heredity.
  6. The observable constitution of an organism.
  7. Any of several forms of a gene, usually arising through mutation, that are responsible for heredity variation.
Down
  1. A distinguishing characteristics or quality, especially of one's personal nature.
  2. The genetic makeup of an organism or group of organisms with reference to a single trait.
  3. Children or young of a particular parent or progenitor.
  4. An organism or cell having only one complete set of chromosomes, ordinarily half the normal diploid number.
  5. The transmission of genetic characters from parents to offspring.
  6. Diagram that is used to predict an outcome of a particular cross or breeding experiment.
  7. Distinguishing feature or quality.
  8. The offspring of individuals that differ with respect to a particular gene pair.

15 Clues: Homologous things. • Distinguishing feature or quality. • The basic physical unit of heredity. • The observable constitution of an organism. • Children or young of a particular parent or progenitor. • The transmission of genetic characters from parents to offspring. • The offspring of individuals that differ with respect to a particular gene pair. • ...

Genetics Crossword 2012-12-02

Genetics Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the different forms of a gene
  2. physical characteristics of organisms
  3. an organism with two different alleles for a trait
  4. an organisms physical appearance
  5. inheritance pattern in which the alleles are neither dominate nor recessive
  6. an organism that has two identical alleles for a trait
  7. the scientific study of heredity
Down
  1. factors that control traits
  2. the passing of traits from parents to offspring
  3. the likelihood that a particular event will occur
  4. allele an allele whose trait is masked in the presence of a dominate allele
  5. an organism that has two different alleles for a trait
  6. square a chart that shows all the possible combinations of alleles that can result from a genetic cross
  7. allele an allele whose traits show up in the organism
  8. an organism genetic makeup, or allele combination

15 Clues: factors that control traits • the different forms of a gene • an organisms physical appearance • the scientific study of heredity • physical characteristics of organisms • the passing of traits from parents to offspring • the likelihood that a particular event will occur • an organism genetic makeup, or allele combination • ...

Genetics Vocabulary 2014-04-02

Genetics Vocabulary crossword puzzle
Across
  1. long, continuous piece of DNA that contains many genes
  2. these result from cell division
  3. this nucleotide pairs with guanine
  4. this type of reproduction results in offspring that are genetically identical to the parent(s)
  5. any cell that is not a gamete
  6. the characteristic "twisted ladder" shape of a DNA molecule
  7. the nucleotide represented by "A"
  8. a specific region of DNA that codes for a particular protein
  9. cell division that results in two identical daughter cells
Down
  1. the organelle in the cell where proteins are made
  2. all your cells have the same DNA but they read different parts to become specialized during this process
  3. the building blocks of nucleic acids
  4. carries information between DNA and proteins
  5. only one copy of each chromosome
  6. the organelle in the cell where DNA is located

15 Clues: any cell that is not a gamete • these result from cell division • only one copy of each chromosome • the nucleotide represented by "A" • this nucleotide pairs with guanine • the building blocks of nucleic acids • carries information between DNA and proteins • the organelle in the cell where DNA is located • the organelle in the cell where proteins are made • ...

Genetics Vocab 2020-02-21

Genetics Vocab crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the passing of physical characteristics from parents to children
  2. the physical appearance of a trait (ex. Dimples, hair color)
  3. combinations of the letters (ex. DD, Dd, or dd)
  4. two letters for one trait that are different (ex. Dd)
  5. use the directions from DNA to make proteins
  6. where DNA is found; the control center of a cell
Down
  1. the different forms of a characteristic (having dimples or not)
  2. the factor that controls a trait you exhibit
  3. the trait that overshadows and is expressed (ex. DD)
  4. the trait that hides in the background (ex. dd)
  5. two letters for one trait that are the same (ex. DD or dd)
  6. the scientific study of heredity
  7. contains your genes
  8. the building block of cells that control specific characteristics
  9. the letters that represent the different forms of a gene

15 Clues: contains your genes • the scientific study of heredity • the factor that controls a trait you exhibit • use the directions from DNA to make proteins • the trait that hides in the background (ex. dd) • combinations of the letters (ex. DD, Dd, or dd) • where DNA is found; the control center of a cell • the trait that overshadows and is expressed (ex. DD) • ...

Genetics Crossword 2017-08-22

Genetics Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. / a change that occurs in an individuals DNA sequence
  2. / the moment when a sperm and egg cell join together
  3. / process of characteristics being passed on
  4. condition / allele that is masked by dominant condition
  5. condition / allele that is most common (the dominant)
  6. / cell division that reduces number of chromosomes in parent cell by half
Down
  1. / thread-like structure that carries genetic information
  2. / male reproductive cell
  3. / one half of a zygote
  4. / people who study genetics
  5. / a gene that has different variants is called?
  6. / part of DNA that codes for a particular protein
  7. / female reproductive cell
  8. / a region of DNA that determines your traits
  9. / cell process for growth and repair

15 Clues: / one half of a zygote • / male reproductive cell • / female reproductive cell • / people who study genetics • / cell process for growth and repair • / process of characteristics being passed on • / a region of DNA that determines your traits • / a gene that has different variants is called? • / part of DNA that codes for a particular protein • ...

Mendelian Genetics 2021-03-22

Mendelian Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Parent generation
  2. genetic makeup
  3. cross of two traits
  4. every inheritable trait is controlled by a pair of alleles
  5. cross of one trait
  6. any one of two or more genes that may occur alternatively at a given site on a chromosome
  7. genes that segregate independently
Down
  1. gene that produces a certain phenotype even in the presence of other genes
  2. having two different genes
  3. what we can see
  4. first filial generation
  5. having the same gene
  6. "father of genetics"
  7. second filial generation
  8. gene that does not create a phenotype if a dominant allele is present

15 Clues: genetic makeup • what we can see • Parent generation • cross of one trait • cross of two traits • having the same gene • "father of genetics" • first filial generation • second filial generation • having two different genes • genes that segregate independently • every inheritable trait is controlled by a pair of alleles • ...

Genetics Unit 2021-04-08

Genetics Unit crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The process of forming a new individual from two parent cells. (unique cells result)
  2. Describes the combination of alleles that an individual has.
  3. The gene that is expressed if it is present in a genotype.
  4. Cell reproduction that creates 4 daughter cells with half the original genetic material. Occurs in gamete cells only.
  5. Either of the two cells formed when a cell undergoes cell division by mitosis.
  6. The process of forming a new individual from a single parent. (identical cells result)
  7. Having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes. (ex. Hh)
  8. Cell reproduction that creates 2 identical daughter cells. Occurs in all cells other than gamete cells.
  9. Certain forms of a gene responsible for a specific trait.
Down
  1. Having two identical alleles of a particular gene or genes (ex. HH or hh)
  2. Describes the traits you see from a certain genotype.
  3. A segment of DNA that is responsible for coding for a specific trait.
  4. The gene that is only expressed if it is the only allele present in a genotype.
  5. Tightly coiled strands of DNA that form when cells reproduce.
  6. Material that makes up our chromosomes and stores our genetic information. DNA stands for deoxyribonucleic acid.

15 Clues: Describes the traits you see from a certain genotype. • Certain forms of a gene responsible for a specific trait. • The gene that is expressed if it is present in a genotype. • Describes the combination of alleles that an individual has. • Tightly coiled strands of DNA that form when cells reproduce. • ...

Genetics & Heredity 2023-02-02

Genetics & Heredity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Stores genetic information in the cell.
  2. The scientific study of heredity.
  3. The passing on of traits.
  4. The shape of a DNA molecule.
  5. The likelyhood an outcome will appear.
  6. The factors that control a trait.
  7. Two identical alleles for a trait.
  8. An organism's genetic makeup.
  9. A chart used to determine possible outcomes
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  1. Visible traits.
  2. A variation of a gene or trait.
  3. A dominant and a recessive allele.
  4. Letter used to represent a recessive allele.
  5. An allele that will overpower when present.
  6. Letter used to represent a dominant allele.

15 Clues: Visible traits. • The passing on of traits. • The shape of a DNA molecule. • An organism's genetic makeup. • A variation of a gene or trait. • The scientific study of heredity. • The factors that control a trait. • A dominant and a recessive allele. • Two identical alleles for a trait. • The likelyhood an outcome will appear. • Stores genetic information in the cell. • ...

genetics vocab 2023-03-07

genetics vocab crossword puzzle
Across
  1. an inherited disease caused by a mutation in your genes
  2. where the chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell
  3. the chromosomes move to opposite ends of the cell
  4. capital letter
  5. a chart that shows what percentage you are likely to get a trait
  6. where the nucleus starts to disappear
  7. ex-Bb
  8. the cytoplasm is divided and you now have two identical cells
  9. like a family tree
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  1. ex- BB,bb
  2. where the cell spends most of its time
  3. lowercase letter
  4. where the cell begins to split
  5. one half of a chromosome
  6. someone who has the trait in their dna but they are not affected

15 Clues: ex-Bb • ex- BB,bb • capital letter • lowercase letter • like a family tree • one half of a chromosome • where the cell begins to split • where the nucleus starts to disappear • where the cell spends most of its time • the chromosomes move to opposite ends of the cell • an inherited disease caused by a mutation in your genes • where the chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell • ...

science genetics 2023-03-29

science genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the genetic heritage passed down by our parents
  2. study of heredity
  3. passing on traits to offspring
  4. the same
  5. a section of DNA that encodes for a protein
  6. one variant of a gene on a chromosome masking or overriding
  7. cell replication in body cells
  8. cell replication in gametes
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  1. 46 chromosomes in human body cells
  2. characteristics that parent pass on to their offspring
  3. two different alleles
  4. hidden carried in a person's genes without appearing in that person
  5. specific characteristics of an individual
  6. the appearance of a living thing
  7. the genetic makeup of a living thing
  8. 23 chromosomes in gametes. half of haploid.

16 Clues: the same • study of heredity • two different alleles • cell replication in gametes • passing on traits to offspring • cell replication in body cells • the appearance of a living thing • 46 chromosomes in human body cells • the genetic makeup of a living thing • specific characteristics of an individual • a section of DNA that encodes for a protein • ...

GENETICS VOCABULARY 2023-06-06

GENETICS VOCABULARY crossword puzzle
Across
  1. offspring of parents that differ in genetically determined traits
  2. developed three principles of inheritance that described the transmission of genetic traits
  3. any alternative forms of a gene
  4. two different alleles
  5. the passing of traits from parents to offspring
  6. refers to young organism or progeny
  7. the genetic makeup of specific genes
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  1. refers to observable physical traits of an organism
  2. allele that is expressed when present, even if there is only one copy
  3. is a cross is a genetic cross designed to study the inheritance of a single trait or gene
  4. the offspring resulting from a test cross from the P generation
  5. allele that is only expressed when two copies are present
  6. study of how genes are passed on and expressed in offspring
  7. a cross between two parents that differ by two pairs of alleles
  8. two of the same alleles

15 Clues: two different alleles • two of the same alleles • any alternative forms of a gene • refers to young organism or progeny • the genetic makeup of specific genes • the passing of traits from parents to offspring • refers to observable physical traits of an organism • allele that is only expressed when two copies are present • ...

Genetics Menu 2021-11-01

Genetics Menu crossword puzzle
Across
  1. When one allele is not completely dominant over the other and appears to be mixed
  2. A Characteristic Of An Organism
  3. When 2 Alleles of a trait are the same Alleles
  4. The Study of Inherited Traits
  5. a person who has one recessive gene for a trait and DOES NOT show symptoms
  6. section of DNA that determines a specific trait by having the code for that protein
  7. The Father Of Genetics
  8. traits such as colorblindness that are found on the x chromosome
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  1. genes that are always expressed and represented by capital letters
  2. The physical description of an organism
  3. When neither allele is dominant over the other and both phenotypes appear
  4. A different form of Gene
  5. When the 2 Alleles of a trait are different
  6. The genetic makeup of an organism
  7. a trait that only appears in homozygous form and may be

15 Clues: The Father Of Genetics • A different form of Gene • The Study of Inherited Traits • A Characteristic Of An Organism • The genetic makeup of an organism • The physical description of an organism • When the 2 Alleles of a trait are different • When 2 Alleles of a trait are the same Alleles • a trait that only appears in homozygous form and may be • ...

Molecular Genetics 2021-04-19

Molecular Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. An enzyme which catalyzes the addition of applicable nucleotides to the new strand of DNA.
  2. A defensive back who normally is positioned well behind the line of scrimmage.
  3. ID Life offers this DNA test which helps clients maximize their health.
  4. The backbone and instructions for your life.
  5. The act of taking something out, by effort or force.
  6. The study of how a person responds to drug therapy based on your genetics.
  7. Three nucleotides which construct genetic code in RNA and DNA.
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  1. Separating a whole into many parts and examining them.
  2. Making many copies of a target.
  3. The current pandemic.
  4. A gene is a basic unit of heredity and a sequence of nucleotides in DNA or RNA that encodes the synthesis of a gene product, either RNA or protein.
  5. The DNA manager's favorite team.
  6. State mandate stating social distancing, masks, and reopening procedures.
  7. A nucleic acid which guides protein synthesis. Also similar to DNA.
  8. Fuel for our department's life.

15 Clues: The current pandemic. • Making many copies of a target. • Fuel for our department's life. • The DNA manager's favorite team. • The backbone and instructions for your life. • The act of taking something out, by effort or force. • Separating a whole into many parts and examining them. • Three nucleotides which construct genetic code in RNA and DNA. • ...

Genetics Unit 2022-02-23

Genetics Unit crossword puzzle
Across
  1. both alleles show at the same time
  2. wrapped up dna
  3. produces 2 identical body cells
  4. the visible trait
  5. a trait that covers over
  6. 2 of the same alleles for a trait
  7. another word for homozygous
  8. a segment of dna
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  1. 2 different alleles for a trait
  2. a different form of a gene
  3. a characteristic that an organism can pass on
  4. where a cell spends most of its time
  5. a body cell
  6. a family tree
  7. a trait that can be masked by the dominant

15 Clues: a body cell • a family tree • wrapped up dna • a segment of dna • the visible trait • a trait that covers over • a different form of a gene • another word for homozygous • 2 different alleles for a trait • produces 2 identical body cells • 2 of the same alleles for a trait • both alleles show at the same time • where a cell spends most of its time • ...

Sam's Genetics 2023-10-09

Sam's Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The genetic constitution of an organism or cell
  2. Offspring that result from a cross between true-breeding varieties
  3. two copies of the same allele
  4. Crosses in which parental varieties differ in one trait of interest
  5. controlled by several genes at once
  6. Crosses in which parental varieties differ in two traits of interes
  7. The observable properties of an organism or cell
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  1. different alleles for a given gene
  2. 2 alleles that share expression
  3. A Different forms of a gene
  4. genes passed on from parent to offspring
  5. The specific location of a gene on a chromosome
  6. A hereditary determinant of a trait
  7. one who carries a gene, individual with a recessive gene
  8. 2 alleles are fully expressed

15 Clues: A Different forms of a gene • two copies of the same allele • 2 alleles are fully expressed • 2 alleles that share expression • different alleles for a given gene • A hereditary determinant of a trait • controlled by several genes at once • genes passed on from parent to offspring • The specific location of a gene on a chromosome • ...

Genetics Vocabulary 2024-01-24

Genetics Vocabulary crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The specific genetic makeup of an individual; two letter code
  2. Trait expressed by two lowercase alleles; rr
  3. Trait expressed by at least one uppercase allele; RR or Rr
  4. A mix of alleles that are DIFFERENT; Rr
  5. Type of reproduction with 1 parent & identical offspring
  6. One variation of a particular gene as shown by uppercase and lowercase letters
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  1. A part of the DNA that codes for a certain trait
  2. Passage of genetic instructions from parents to offspring
  3. Tattoos, piercings, and vaccines are examples of _______ traits
  4. Alleles that are the SAME; RR or rr
  5. Genes are found within the coiled DNA called a _______;
  6. The physical appearance of an individual's genetic makeup
  7. Genetic information is stored in what organelle of the cell?
  8. A particular characteristic of an individual
  9. Deoxyribonucleic Acid

15 Clues: Deoxyribonucleic Acid • Alleles that are the SAME; RR or rr • A mix of alleles that are DIFFERENT; Rr • Trait expressed by two lowercase alleles; rr • A particular characteristic of an individual • A part of the DNA that codes for a certain trait • Genes are found within the coiled DNA called a _______; • Type of reproduction with 1 parent & identical offspring • ...

Genetics Vocab 2024-11-22

Genetics Vocab crossword puzzle
Across
  1. An animal or plant resulting from a cross between genetically unlike individuals
  2. Different alleles of the gene
  3. Relating to or determined by polygenes
  4. A type of inheritance in which two versions (alleles) of the same gene are expressed separately to yield different traits in an individual
  5. A trait that will appear in the offspring if one of the parents contributes it. ( Compare recessive trait
  6. The passing on of physical or mental characteristics genetically from one generation to another
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  1. The same alleles of the gene
  2. A trait that must be contributed by both parents in order to appear in the offspring.
  3. A threadlike structure of nucleic acids and protein found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information in the form of genes
  4. The product of mating
  5. Any change in the DNA sequence of a cell
  6. The set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment
  7. One of two or more versions of DNA sequence (a single base or a segment of bases) at a given genomic location
  8. The genetic constitution of an individual organism
  9. A self-replicating material that is present in nearly all living organisms as the main constituent of chromosomes

15 Clues: The product of mating • The same alleles of the gene • Different alleles of the gene • Relating to or determined by polygenes • Any change in the DNA sequence of a cell • The genetic constitution of an individual organism • An animal or plant resulting from a cross between genetically unlike individuals • ...

Genetics Crossword 2024-11-22

Genetics Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. molecule that carries genetic information
  2. The physical appearance or observable traits of an organism
  3. A permanent change in the DNA sequence of a gene.
  4. The passing of traits from parents to offspring.
  5. A trait controlled by multiple genes.
  6. The offspring of two different varieties of a plant or animal.
  7. Having two different alleles for a particular gene.
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  1. A type of inheritance where both alleles are expressed equally.
  2. The genetic makeup of an organism, often represented by letters
  3. Different forms of a gene
  4. Having two identical alleles for a particular gene.
  5. The child or children of a parent or parents
  6. Trait A trait that is expressed even if only one copy of the gene is present.
  7. Trait A trait that is only expressed if two copies of the gene are present.
  8. A thread-like structure of DNA and protein that contains genetic information.

15 Clues: Different forms of a gene • A trait controlled by multiple genes. • molecule that carries genetic information • The child or children of a parent or parents • The passing of traits from parents to offspring. • A permanent change in the DNA sequence of a gene. • Having two identical alleles for a particular gene. • Having two different alleles for a particular gene. • ...

Genetics Vocabulary 2024-11-22

Genetics Vocabulary crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The organism that is made up of multiple traits
  2. A trait characteristic that's influenced by two or more genes
  3. The trait that overules the recessive trait
  4. The trait inheritance that are two versions of alleles but work in unity
  5. The observable characteristic of an individual resulting from genotype based on enviroment
  6. The passing of a trait that comes from one generation or another
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  1. The inherited different alleles from each parent
  2. You have 23 pairs of these
  3. The inherited same alleles from each parent
  4. Made up of a double stranded helix
  5. The genetic make up of an organism
  6. A trait that happens at complete randomness
  7. The trait that is overuled by the dominant trait
  8. The organism that inherits the traits
  9. One of two or more alternative forms of a gene that arise by mutation and are found at the same place on a chromosome.

15 Clues: You have 23 pairs of these • Made up of a double stranded helix • The genetic make up of an organism • The organism that inherits the traits • The inherited same alleles from each parent • A trait that happens at complete randomness • The trait that overules the recessive trait • The organism that is made up of multiple traits • ...

Mendelian Genetics 2025-04-24

Mendelian Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. an organism's physical appearance
  2. the allele that determines the organism's appearance
  3. a property of alleles to have multiple phenotypic events
  4. two words; occurs when two or more genes affect a signle phenotype
  5. variations of a gene
  6. an organism's genetic makeup
  7. two words; a tool that is used to determine possible combinations of gametes
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  1. the law of mendelian genetics that states that two alleles for a character separate during gamete formation
  2. the degree of dominance that occurs when the phenotype of the organism is somewhere between the phenotypes of its parents
  3. the degree of dominance that occurs when two dominant alleles affect the phenotype in separate distinguishable ways
  4. the allele that has no noticeable effect on appearance
  5. an organism with two different alleles
  6. an organism with two identical alleles
  7. the degree of dominance that occurs when the phenotype of the heterozygote and dominant homozygote are identical
  8. occurs when the expression of one gene alters the phenotypic expression of another gene

15 Clues: variations of a gene • an organism's genetic makeup • an organism's physical appearance • an organism with two different alleles • an organism with two identical alleles • the allele that determines the organism's appearance • the allele that has no noticeable effect on appearance • a property of alleles to have multiple phenotypic events • ...

Genetics Braun 2021-08-25

Genetics Braun crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A secondary structure at the cleavage site that viroids and virusoids undergo during self-cleavage.
  2. 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.
  3. This type of bond makes up the sugar-phosphate backbone of DNAl It is also involved in branching during mRNA.
  4. The sequences that are removed from a mature protein.
  5. A classic mode of transcription control in bacteria where a repressor protein prevents a gene from being expressed. (Two words with a "_" between them.
  6. Infectious RNA molecules that function independently without encapsidation by any protein coat.
  7. Code: pre-mrna mRNA with introns still embedded in the code.
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  1. Occurs when a single gene gives rise to more than one mRNA sequence.(Two words with a "_" between them)
  2. Group I and group II introns can participate in ___-____ where they can excise themselves. (hyphen)
  3. The sequences that are represented in the mature protein.
  4. DNA to RNA to polypeptide. (Two words with a "_" between them)
  5. DNA sequences that are initially transcribed but then excised during when mRNA ages.
  6. ________ RNA that contains a sequence that is complementary to the correctly edited mRNA.
  7. An enzyme that lowers activation energy and jump starts a chemical reaction.
  8. the RNA sequence is read from _____ to ____ end don't forget the "'".

15 Clues: The sequences that are removed from a mature protein. • The sequences that are represented in the mature protein. • DNA to RNA to polypeptide. (Two words with a "_" between them) • the RNA sequence is read from _____ to ____ end don't forget the "'". • Code: pre-mrna mRNA with introns still embedded in the code. • ...

Genetics Review 2023-01-16

Genetics Review crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a particular characteristic
  2. prediction of an outcome
  3. observable characteristic resulting from expression of genotype
  4. homozygous parents that always pass on a trait
  5. union of 2 gametes to form a zygote
  6. a plant that pollinates itself
  7. male gamete in plants
  8. a flowering plant's means of reproduction
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  1. allele always expressed when present
  2. a square used to predict genetic outcomes of breeding
  3. offspring of 2 different parents
  4. separation of alleles
  5. allele that is only expressed in absence of dominant trait
  6. the genetic make-up of an organism
  7. from a son or daughter

15 Clues: separation of alleles • male gamete in plants • from a son or daughter • prediction of an outcome • a particular characteristic • a plant that pollinates itself • offspring of 2 different parents • the genetic make-up of an organism • union of 2 gametes to form a zygote • allele always expressed when present • a flowering plant's means of reproduction • ...

Genetics-1 2023-01-04

Genetics-1 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. binds to cytosine which creates the strongest connection between strands because there are 3 hydrogen bonds instead of 2
  2. the type of bond that forms when Adenine binds to Thymine that is critical for the binding of the double helix.
  3. the group of bases that includes Adenine and Guanine
  4. a loop type structure that can be found in the tertiary structure of RNA
  5. the type of DNA replication that is happening on the leading strand.
  6. the enzyme that is used to unwind the coiling of a DNA strand
  7. the structure when multiple RNA strands interact with each other
  8. the base that is only found in RNA
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  1. the central molecular building blocks of DNA
  2. a short fragment of DNA that is formed on the lagging strand during DNA replication
  3. the type of bond that connects bases to build a single strand of DNA
  4. the group of bases that incudes Cytosine and Thymine
  5. a type of virus that has an RNA genome
  6. the enzyme that adds a base to the complementary strand during DNA replication
  7. the enzyme that splits a double strand of DNA as one of the first steps of DNA replication

15 Clues: the base that is only found in RNA • a type of virus that has an RNA genome • the central molecular building blocks of DNA • the group of bases that incudes Cytosine and Thymine • the group of bases that includes Adenine and Guanine • the enzyme that is used to unwind the coiling of a DNA strand • the structure when multiple RNA strands interact with each other • ...

genetics crossword 2023-01-24

genetics crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Weaker form of a trait
  2. to figure out the order of DNA code
  3. Any living thing
  4. next generation of a organism
  5. change in DNA code
  6. passing traits from organism
  7. characteristics of a organism
  8. disease caused by a mutation
  9. parts of DNA
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  1. Hides the recessive form when together
  2. tightly coiled up DNA
  3. Long thread made of 4 base pairs
  4. The study of hereditary
  5. substances that create traits
  6. all of organisms DNA

15 Clues: parts of DNA • Any living thing • change in DNA code • all of organisms DNA • tightly coiled up DNA • Weaker form of a trait • The study of hereditary • passing traits from organism • disease caused by a mutation • next generation of a organism • substances that create traits • characteristics of a organism • Long thread made of 4 base pairs • to figure out the order of DNA code • ...

Genetics Crossword 2025-12-05

Genetics Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The molecule in cells that carries all the instructions for how living things grow.
  2. A chemical “letter” in DNA that pairs with thymine.
  3. A chemical “letter” in DNA that pairs with guanine.
  4. A chart used to predict what traits an offspring might have.
  5. Having two different genes for a trait.
  6. The gene information inside your DNA.
Down
  1. A scientist who studied pea plants and discovered how traits are passed from parents to offspring.
  2. The traits you can see on the outside.
  3. A chemical “letter” in DNA that pairs with cytosine.
  4. A trait that shows up even if only one gene for it is present.
  5. Having two of the same genes for a trait.
  6. A characteristic you can see, like eye color or hair type.
  7. A section of DNA that tells a trait how to develop.
  8. A chemical “letter” in DNA that pairs with adenine.
  9. A trait that shows up only when both genes are the recessive kind.

15 Clues: The gene information inside your DNA. • The traits you can see on the outside. • Having two different genes for a trait. • Having two of the same genes for a trait. • A section of DNA that tells a trait how to develop. • A chemical “letter” in DNA that pairs with thymine. • A chemical “letter” in DNA that pairs with guanine. • ...

Genetics Vocabulary 2025-12-15

Genetics Vocabulary crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the passing on of physical or mental characteristics genetically
  2. replicating genetic material in all living organisms
  3. an organism that ha two identical alleles for one gene
  4. a typo or change in the body's DNA
  5. a characteristic that only shows up if the person inherits two copies of the gene from each parent
  6. genetic inheritance where both versions of one gene from each parent is present
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  1. a person or animas child
  2. having two different alleles of a particular gene
  3. something made by mixing two different things
  4. threat like structure in nucleus of cells that carries an organisms genetic information in form of genes
  5. an organisms complete genetic makeup
  6. a superpower gene that shows up even if you have different gene for the same thing
  7. an organisms complete set of observable traits
  8. a trait that is controlled by many genes working together
  9. alternative forms of a gene that arise by mutation

15 Clues: a person or animas child • a typo or change in the body's DNA • an organisms complete genetic makeup • something made by mixing two different things • an organisms complete set of observable traits • having two different alleles of a particular gene • alternative forms of a gene that arise by mutation • replicating genetic material in all living organisms • ...

Genetics Vocabulary 2025-12-15

Genetics Vocabulary crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Mix of two or more things
  2. More than one gene
  3. Only one allele needed to express the trait
  4. When two genes are present so they mix
  5. The result of the genotype
  6. Probability of something being passed down
Down
  1. Two different genes expressed
  2. Tightly Wound DNA
  3. Two of the same gene expressed
  4. Strands of Genetic Information
  5. The genes that code for a trait
  6. Incorrect gene that results in negative effects
  7. Two of the same allele are needed
  8. Children/Result of two organisms
  9. A gene

15 Clues: A gene • Tightly Wound DNA • More than one gene • Mix of two or more things • The result of the genotype • Two different genes expressed • Two of the same gene expressed • Strands of Genetic Information • The genes that code for a trait • Children/Result of two organisms • Two of the same allele are needed • When two genes are present so they mix • ...

Genetics Vocab. 2025-12-15

Genetics Vocab. crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Resulting from crossbreeding, a mule is an example
  2. Multiple genes contribute to one trait
  3. A trait that is guaranteed so long as one parent has passed it down.
  4. Two alleles may both be expressed together, such as in speckled chickens, where black and white are expressed
  5. An observable characteristic from a genotype
  6. Genetic inheritance of genes
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  1. A genotype with two unique alleles
  2. Made of proteins and DNA to deliver genetic information
  3. In genetics, often represents a genotype where the two alleles are the same
  4. The genetic instructions for all life, found in the nucleus
  5. A unique sequence of DNA, often represented by combinations of letters (Aa, AA, aa)
  6. Changes in an organism's Dnathat may be helpful, hurtful, and harmful, and are random
  7. A trait that may only be present if a child inherits two alleles for the specific trait
  8. Also known as children
  9. One unique set of genes, as opposed to a Genotype, which is the complete set of these

15 Clues: Also known as children • Genetic inheritance of genes • A genotype with two unique alleles • Multiple genes contribute to one trait • An observable characteristic from a genotype • Resulting from crossbreeding, a mule is an example • Made of proteins and DNA to deliver genetic information • The genetic instructions for all life, found in the nucleus • ...