genetics Crossword Puzzles

Genetics 2024-06-06

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. when there is no allele that can block or mask the expression of the other allele
  2. a structure made up of DNA, is found in the nucleus of each cell
  3. a table where all of the possible outcomes for a genetic cross with two individuals with known genotypes are given
  4. the basic unit of heredity passed from a parent to the child
  5. a cell that only contains one set of chromosomes
  6. a trait that can be masked by stronger traits
  7. an individual observable trait like eye color and hair color
  8. when you inherit the same version of a gene from each parent (have two matching genes)
  9. a cell that contains two sets of chromosomes
  10. when different types of genes independently separate from one another when reproductive cells develop
  11. certain patterns of how traits are passed from parents to offspring
Down
  1. a characteristic, such as height or skin color, that is influenced by two or more genes
  2. where a dominant allele does not completely mask the effects of a recessive allele
  3. a unique trait and characteristic
  4. a type of cell division in sexually reproducing organisms that reduce the number of chromosomes in gametes.
  5. a quality that an individual or group has different from others
  6. family history that indicates which individuals have certain genetic traits, and diseases
  7. genetic material that makes up someone's qualities, characteristics, traits etc. It is self replicating
  8. when you inherit a different version of a gene from each parent
  9. a characteristic of a person
  10. any living cell other than the sperm and egg cells (reproductive cells)
  11. a trait that is much more noticeable than others
  12. one of two or more versions of a genetic sequence at a particular region on a chromosome
  13. a reproductive cell of an animal or plant

24 Clues: a characteristic of a person • a unique trait and characteristic • a reproductive cell of an animal or plant • a cell that contains two sets of chromosomes • a trait that can be masked by stronger traits • a cell that only contains one set of chromosomes • a trait that is much more noticeable than others • the basic unit of heredity passed from a parent to the child • ...

Genetics 2024-10-23

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The observable characteristics of an organism resulting from its genotype (9)
  2. The entirety of RNA expressed by an organism (13)
  3. The "father of modern genetics" (6)
  4. The location of a specific gene on a chromosome (5)
  5. Type of inheritance where genes are located on X or Y chromosomes (3,6)
  6. The diagram used to predict the possible genotypes of offspring from a genetic cross (7,6)
  7. The process by which mRNA is used to build a protein (11)
  8. A change in the DNA sequence (8)
  9. Exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes (13)
  10. The molecule responsible for transporting amino acids to the ribosome during translation (4)
  11. The process of cell division that produces two identical daughter cells (7)
Down
  1. A diagram showing the genetic relationships between family members (8)
  2. The process of cell division that produces gametes (7)
  3. The study of heritable changes in cell function without alteration of the DNA sequence (11)
  4. Process of making identical copies of a gene (7)
  5. Genetic disorder caused by trisomy 21 (4)
  6. The molecule that carries genetic information in cells (3)
  7. The process by which DNA is used to make RNA (13)
  8. A variant of a DNA sequence at a specific locus
  9. The unit of heredity that is passed from parent to offspring (4)

20 Clues: A change in the DNA sequence (8) • The "father of modern genetics" (6) • Genetic disorder caused by trisomy 21 (4) • A variant of a DNA sequence at a specific locus • Process of making identical copies of a gene (7) • The entirety of RNA expressed by an organism (13) • The process by which DNA is used to make RNA (13) • ...

Genetics 2024-12-12

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A genetic mutation caused by insertions or deletions that alter the reading frame​
  2. An enzyme that synthesizes RNA from a DNA template​
  3. The basic unit of DNA packaging, consisting of DNA wrapped around histones​
  4. Non-coding regions of RNA removed during RNA processing in eukaryotes​
  5. A triplet of mRNA nucleotides that encodes a specific amino acid​
  6. The addition of acetyl groups to histones, often enhancing gene expression​
  7. A DNA sequence where RNA polymerase binds to initiate transcription​
  8. Transfer RNA that brings amino acids to the ribosome during translation​
  9. The synthesis of proteins by decoding mRNA through ribosomes​
  10. An enzyme that relieves strain in the DNA helix during replication​
  11. A mutation introducing a premature stop codon, halting translation​
  12. The genetic makeup of an organism​
  13. A unicellular organism lacking a nucleus, with circular DNA​
  14. The addition of methyl groups to DNA, often silencing gene expression​
  15. A process where the end product of a pathway inhibits its own synthesis​
  16. mRNA that contains multiple genes, typical in prokaryotes​
  17. An enzyme that replicates DNA by synthesizing complementary strands​
  18. A permanent alteration in the DNA sequence of an organism
  19. Untranslated regions in mRNA that play regulatory roles but do not encode proteins​
  20. The process of converting the information in a gene into a functional protein or RNA product​
  21. DNA packaged with proteins into a compact structure in eukaryotic cells​
  22. A molecular complex that removes introns and splices exons in eukaryotic RNA​
Down
  1. A segment of DNA that encodes a protein or functional RNA​
  2. An organism with membrane-bound organelles and linear chromosomes​
  3. The structure formed when multiple polypeptides join to make a functional protein​
  4. Ribosomal RNA, a structural component of ribosomes​
  5. A molecule that activates a repressor protein to inhibit gene transcription​
  6. The flow of genetic information from DNA to RNA to protein​
  7. A mutation that changes a nucleotide but does not alter the amino acid sequence​
  8. mRNA that contains information for a single gene, typical in eukaryotes​
  9. A protein that aids bacterial RNA polymerase in promoter recognition​
  10. A cluster of functionally related genes controlled by a single promoter in prokaryotes​
  11. The observable traits of an organism influenced by genes and environment​
  12. A double-stranded molecule that stores genetic information using the nucleotide bases adenine, thymine, cytosine, and guanine​
  13. A single-stranded nucleic acid involved in protein synthesis, composed of bases adenine, uracil, cytosine, and guanine​
  14. Heritable changes in gene expression without altering the DNA sequence​
  15. The synthesis of RNA from a DNA template by RNA polymerase​
  16. An inducible operon regulating genes for lactose metabolism in bacteria​
  17. A modified guanine nucleotide added to the start of eukaryotic mRNA for stability and ribosome attachment​
  18. A eukaryotic promoter sequence essential for binding transcription factors​
  19. A cellular structure that synthesizes proteins from mRNA​
  20. A molecule that inactivates a repressor to activate gene transcription​
  21. A string of adenine nucleotides added to eukaryotic mRNA to prevent degradation​
  22. Coding regions of RNA spliced together to form the final mRNA transcript​
  23. A repressible operon controlling genes for tryptophan synthesis in bacteria​
  24. A mutation that changes a nucleotide, resulting in a different amino acid​
  25. An enzyme that unwinds the DNA double helix for replication​
  26. A form of asexual reproduction in prokaryotes involving cell division​
  27. A triplet on tRNA that pairs with an mRNA codon during translation​
  28. Proteins around which DNA is wrapped to form nucleosomes​

50 Clues: The genetic makeup of an organism​ • Ribosomal RNA, a structural component of ribosomes​ • An enzyme that synthesizes RNA from a DNA template​ • A cellular structure that synthesizes proteins from mRNA​ • Proteins around which DNA is wrapped to form nucleosomes​ • A permanent alteration in the DNA sequence of an organism • ...

Genetics 2014-03-04

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. An analogy for this word could be using words.
  2. An analogy for this word is an architect using a blueprint.
  3. Steven copied a code from DNA and put it in the form of mRNA. What is this an example of?
  4. Robert read an mRNA code and strung together amino acids to create a protein. What is this an example of?
  5. Two parents had the trait. Their ten offsprings also had the trait. What is the most likely genotype of the parents?
  6. One can chart the inheritance of trait in a family, this is called _______.
  7. One whom is _____________ for a trait is also a carrier of that trait.
  8. Two letters that are your actual genes.
  9. A sequence of words could than create sentences.
Down
  1. The main idea, what are we learning about?
  2. A naturally red hair colored boy is an example of this word.
  3. Red Gummy Bear + Green Gummy Bear = Christmas Gummy Bear
  4. External influences and failing to copy can also create these.
  5. This usually ends in a frameshift.
  6. Two parents want to know if their child will have dimples. How can they find out?
  7. Sam is a tall, black haired, and green eyed teenager.
  8. Each parent passes on one of these for any given trait.
  9. A __________ is a compact storage unit in the human body.
  10. In basketball one may pass the basketball to another teammate.
  11. Jerry and his parents all have a knack for math skills. Jerry inherited a ______ from his parents.
  12. When translated mRNA has this while when translated DNA does not.

21 Clues: This usually ends in a frameshift. • Two letters that are your actual genes. • The main idea, what are we learning about? • An analogy for this word could be using words. • A sequence of words could than create sentences. • Sam is a tall, black haired, and green eyed teenager. • Each parent passes on one of these for any given trait. • ...

Genetics 2014-03-04

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A sequence of words could than create sentences.
  2. External influences and failing to copy can also create these.
  3. When translated mRNA has this while when translated DNA does not.
  4. Steven copied a code from DNA and put it in the form of mRNA. What is this an example of?
  5. Two parents had the trait. Their ten offsprings also had the trait. What is the most likely genotype of the parents?
  6. A naturally red hair colored boy is an example of this word.
  7. Each parent passes on one of these for any given trait.
  8. An analogy for this word could be using words.
  9. Sam is a tall, black haired, and green eyed teenager.
Down
  1. Jerry and his parents all have a knack for math skills. Jerry inherited a ______ from his parents.
  2. The main idea, what are we learning about?
  3. A __________ is a compact storage unit in the human body.
  4. This usually ends in a frameshift.
  5. Two parents want to know if their child will have dimples. How can they find out?
  6. One whom is _____________ for a trait is also a carrier of that trait.
  7. Robert read an mRNA code and strung together amino acids to create a protein. What is this an example of?
  8. Red Gummy Bear + Green Gummy Bear = Christmas Gummy Bear
  9. In basketball one may pass the basketball to another teammate.
  10. Two letters that are your actual genes.
  11. An analogy for this word is an architect using a blueprint.
  12. One can chart the inheritance of trait in a family, this is called _______.

21 Clues: This usually ends in a frameshift. • Two letters that are your actual genes. • The main idea, what are we learning about? • An analogy for this word could be using words. • A sequence of words could than create sentences. • Sam is a tall, black haired, and green eyed teenager. • Each parent passes on one of these for any given trait. • ...

Genetics 2014-03-04

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A naturally red hair colored boy is an example of this word.
  2. An analogy for this word could be using words.
  3. Two parents had the trait. Their ten offsprings also had the trait. What is the most likely genotype of the parents?
  4. This usually ends in a frameshift.
  5. An analogy for this word is an architect using a blueprint.
  6. Steven copied a code from DNA and put it in the form of mRNA. What is this an example of?
  7. One whom is _____________ for a trait is also a carrier of that trait.
  8. Two letters that are your actual genes.
  9. Robert read an mRNA code and strung together amino acids to create a protein. What is this an example of?
  10. Jerry and his parents all have a knack for math skills. Jerry inherited a ______ from his parents.
  11. When translated mRNA has this while when translated DNA does not.
  12. One can chart the inheritance of trait in a family, this is called _______.
  13. A sequence of words could than create sentences.
Down
  1. External influences and failing to copy can also create these.
  2. Red Gummy Bear + Green Gummy Bear = Christmas Gummy Bear
  3. In basketball one may pass the basketball to another teammate.
  4. A __________ is a compact storage unit in the human body.
  5. Two parents want to know if their child will have dimples. How can they find out?
  6. Sam is a tall, black haired, and green eyed teenager.
  7. Each parent passes on one of these for any given trait.
  8. The main idea, what are we learning about?

21 Clues: This usually ends in a frameshift. • Two letters that are your actual genes. • The main idea, what are we learning about? • An analogy for this word could be using words. • A sequence of words could than create sentences. • Sam is a tall, black haired, and green eyed teenager. • Each parent passes on one of these for any given trait. • ...

GENETICS 2015-02-05

GENETICS crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Discovered by morgan and an exception to principle of independent assortment
  2. Genetic representation of a trait
  3. Adenine and guanine are ____ bases
  4. Crossing over b/w non-homologous traits
  5. Name for garden pea
  6. Position where genes are located on chromosomes
  7. The first living being
  8. Those organs which are no longer functional
  9. Cross b/w F1 generation and any of the parent
  10. Study of heredity and variation
  11. Theory of evolution given by richter
  12. Term gene was introduced by him
Down
  1. Alternative form of genes
  2. Includes those traits which are transmitted from generation to generation
  3. Deoxyribo-nucleotides are joined together by ____ bonds
  4. Dna was first discovered by him
  5. Removal of anther from a flower
  6. Cross b/w F1 generation and recessive parent
  7. Sequential arrangement of stages in evolution
  8. Father of genetics

20 Clues: Father of genetics • Name for garden pea • The first living being • Alternative form of genes • Dna was first discovered by him • Removal of anther from a flower • Study of heredity and variation • Term gene was introduced by him • Genetic representation of a trait • Adenine and guanine are ____ bases • Theory of evolution given by richter • Crossing over b/w non-homologous traits • ...

Genetics 2018-02-15

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The alleles of an organism. An organism's genetics.
  2. Location where homologous chromosomes are attached.
  3. Process in which chromosomes exchange material to ensure genetic diversity.
  4. A cell with one set of chromosomes.
  5. A cell with one or more extra sets of chromosomes.
  6. Two alleles that are the same.
  7. A genetic condition caused by an extra #21 chromosome.
  8. The expression of an organism's genotype. The way an organism looks.
  9. Process in which cells divide for tissue repair or growth.
Down
  1. The number of chromosomes in a typical cell. (Human)
  2. One half of a gene.
  3. The number of chromosomes in one set. (Human)
  4. A genetic condition caused by a partial deletion of chromosome#5.
  5. A new combination of genes as a result of crossing over.
  6. Process that forms gametes.
  7. The weaker of two alleles.
  8. The stronger of two alleles.
  9. Two alleles that are different.
  10. A cell with three sets of chromosomes.
  11. A cell with two sets of chromosomes.
  12. Name for a chromosome and its exact copy.
  13. Two alleles

22 Clues: Two alleles • One half of a gene. • The weaker of two alleles. • Process that forms gametes. • The stronger of two alleles. • Two alleles that are the same. • Two alleles that are different. • A cell with one set of chromosomes. • A cell with two sets of chromosomes. • A cell with three sets of chromosomes. • Name for a chromosome and its exact copy. • ...

Genetics 2017-03-28

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the BEST math teacher you had this year
  2. our own personal genetic code
  3. a group or section of your chromosomes
  4. less probable trait
  5. the BEST Science and English you had this year
  6. these combine to make your DNA
  7. the best 7th and 8th grade we have EVER taught aka thebomb.com
  8. Having two of the same alleles Ex. SS
  9. the passing on of traits from parent to offspring
  10. the percentage or chance that a specific trait will occur
  11. Characteristics that are inherited or acquired
Down
  1. the BEST social sciences and Spanish teacher you had this year
  2. breeding together of the same species to make offspring
  3. The letters we use to associate a specific variety of a gene
  4. The science of heredity and passing on traits
  5. The physical appearance of a trait, what you see
  6. The gene composition for a trait. Ex. BB Bb bb
  7. having two different alleles Ex. Ss
  8. more probable trait
  9. breeding together two different species to make offspring

20 Clues: less probable trait • more probable trait • our own personal genetic code • these combine to make your DNA • having two different alleles Ex. Ss • Having two of the same alleles Ex. SS • a group or section of your chromosomes • the BEST math teacher you had this year • The science of heredity and passing on traits • The gene composition for a trait. Ex. BB Bb bb • ...

Genetics 2017-05-22

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. situation where the phenotypes of both alleles are exhibited in the heterozygote because both alleles affect the phenotype in separate ways
  2. observable inheritable feature that varies among individuals
  3. rule of probability stating that the probability of any one of two mutually exclusive events occurring can be determined by adding their individual probabilities
  4. The first filial, or hybrid, offspring in a series of genetic crosses
  5. allele that is fully expressed in the phenotype of a heterozygote
  6. stating that when two or more characteristics are inherited, individual hereditary factors assort independently during gamete production
  7. stating that the two alleles in a pair segregate into different gametes during gamete formation
  8. A single gene with multiple phenotypic effects
  9. range of phenotypes produced by a single genotype due to environmental influences
  10. Gene interaction in which the phenotypic expression of one gene alters that of another independently inherited gene
  11. cross between two organisms that are heterozygous for a character
  12. genetic makeup, or set of alleles, of an organism
  13. situation where the phenotypes of the heterozygote and the dominant homozygote are indistinguishable
  14. the mating or crossing, of two true-breeding varieties
  15. phenotypic character that is influenced by multiple genes and environmental factors
  16. A diagram used in the study of inheritance to show the predicted results of random fertilization in genetic crosses observed
Down
  1. organisms that produce offspring of the same variety over many generations of self pollination
  2. An organism that is heterozygous with respect to a single gene of interest
  3. Any detectable variant in a genetic character
  4. organism that is heterozygous with respect to two genes of interest
  5. observable physical and physiological traits of an organism determined by genetic makeup
  6. heritable feature that varies continuously over a range rather than in an either or fashion
  7. An additive effect of two or more genes on a single phenotypic character
  8. determines the probability of two or more independent events by multiplying the probability of one event by the probabilities of the other events
  9. individual who is heterozygous for a given locus for a recessively inherited disorder
  10. cross between two organisms that are each heterozygous for both characteristics
  11. Offspring resulting from interbreeding of the hybrid F1 generation.
  12. having two different alleles for a given gene
  13. having two identical alleles for a given gene
  14. The situation in which the phenotype of heterozygotes is intermediate between the phenotypes of individuals homozygous for either allele
  15. A diagram of a family tree showing the occurrence of heritable characters in parents and offspring over multiple generations
  16. An allele whose phenotypic effect is not observed in a heterozygote
  17. The parent individuals from which offspring are derived in studies of inheritance

33 Clues: Any detectable variant in a genetic character • having two different alleles for a given gene • having two identical alleles for a given gene • A single gene with multiple phenotypic effects • genetic makeup, or set of alleles, of an organism • the mating or crossing, of two true-breeding varieties • observable inheritable feature that varies among individuals • ...

Genetics 2019-05-08

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. in a gene HINT:STARTS WITH "H"
  2. family tree
  3. the second stage of cell division
  4. comes through a recessive alle
  5. two different alleles
  6. the material of which the chromosomes of organisms other than bacteria
  7. type of reproduction by which offspring arise from a single organism
  8. same spices
  9. the first stage of cell division before metaphase,
  10. exchange of genes
  11. unit of heredity
  12. square which you cross dominant and recessive traits
  13. two identical alleles
  14. final phase of cell division
  15. developing buds
Down
  1. alternate form of a gene
  2. different spices
  3. genetic construction
  4. comes through the parent through a dominant alle
  5. type of reproduction when the offspring DON'T arise from a single organism
  6. observable characteristics
  7. between the first and second divisions of meiosis
  8. results in two daughter cells
  9. DNA Strip
  10. process of fertilizing an egg
  11. the stage of meiotic or mitotic cell division in which the chromosomes move away each other
  12. each of the two threadlike strands into which a chromosome divides
  13. results in more than two daughter cells

28 Clues: DNA Strip • family tree • same spices • developing buds • different spices • unit of heredity • exchange of genes • genetic construction • two different alleles • two identical alleles • alternate form of a gene • observable characteristics • final phase of cell division • results in two daughter cells • process of fertilizing an egg • in a gene HINT:STARTS WITH "H" • ...

Genetics 2019-05-09

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. type of asexual reproduction in which a new organism develops
  2. same as heterozygous
  3. creation of gametes
  4. square to decide genotype or phenotype
  5. process of fertilizing an egg
  6. smae as homozygous
  7. 2 capital or lowercase letters (PP or Pp)
  8. material which chromosomes of organisms other than bacteria are composed
  9. parts of the homologous chromosomes switch places after overlapping
  10. chromosome being pulled apart during mitosis
  11. formed from single-celled organisms
  12. nucleus disappears and cells begin to divide during mitosis
  13. strands of DNA coiled up
  14. 1 capital letter and 1 lower case letter (Pp)
Down
  1. more likely to have
  2. a picture to show you generations of genes being passed down
  3. division of somatic cells
  4. half of a chromosome
  5. chromosome meet in middle during mitosis
  6. less likely to have
  7. nothing happens during mitosis
  8. starting to create 2 cells during mitosis
  9. passing phenotypes and genotypes down generations
  10. trait you can't see
  11. formed from multicelled organisms
  12. something that each parent passes down for the offspring
  13. physical trait you can see
  14. unit of heredity that gets passed on

28 Clues: smae as homozygous • more likely to have • creation of gametes • less likely to have • trait you can't see • same as heterozygous • half of a chromosome • strands of DNA coiled up • division of somatic cells • physical trait you can see • process of fertilizing an egg • nothing happens during mitosis • formed from multicelled organisms • formed from single-celled organisms • ...

Genetics 2016-07-28

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Of a gene be responsible for producing a substance or behavior
  2. Father of genetics
  3. trait that masks another trait
  4. Physical appearance of a trait
  5. Rod shaped structures found in the nucleus of a cell
  6. The parental generation
  7. Scientist who studies heredity
  8. Each gene pair is inherited independently for other gene pairs for other traits
  9. Trait that seems to disappear when 2 different genes are present
  10. second generation after the P generation
  11. The complete set of genes present in a cell organism
  12. Type of plant used in Mendel's experiments
Down
  1. The passing of characteristics genetically from one generation to another
  2. Actual gene makeup (letters)
  3. Term for a homozygous gene pair
  4. Neither of the genes in a pair masks the other
  5. Gene pair that consists of a dominant allele and a recessive allele
  6. deoxyribonucleic acid
  7. Physical characteristics that are inherited
  8. Gene pAir that consists of 2 dominant or 2 recessive alleles
  9. Another term for heterozygous gene pair
  10. First generation after the P generation
  11. One member of a gene pair
  12. The smallest structural unit of an organism consisting of a cytoplasm and a nucleus enclosed in a membrane
  13. The site in the genome where a single DNA letter often differs from person to person

25 Clues: Father of genetics • deoxyribonucleic acid • The parental generation • One member of a gene pair • Actual gene makeup (letters) • trait that masks another trait • Physical appearance of a trait • Scientist who studies heredity • Term for a homozygous gene pair • Another term for heterozygous gene pair • First generation after the P generation • ...

Genetics 2016-07-28

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The smallest structural unit of an organism consisting of a cytoplasm and a nucleus enclosed in a membrane
  2. Term for a homozygous gene pair
  3. One member of a gene pair
  4. Gene pair that consists of a dominant allele and a recessive allele
  5. Dominance. Neither of the genes in a pair masks the other
  6. Actual gene makeup (letters)
  7. The site in the genome where a single DNA letter often differs from person to person
  8. filial. First generation after the P generation
  9. Scientist who studies heredity
  10. of independent Assortment. Each gene pair is inherited independently for other gene pairs for other traits
  11. The complete set of genes present in a cell organism
Down
  1. deoxyribonucleic acid
  2. Another term for heterozygous gene pair
  3. Father of genetics
  4. Rod shaped structures found in the nucleus of a cell
  5. Gene pAir that consists of 2 dominant or 2 recessive alleles
  6. Plants. Type of plant used in Mendel's experiments
  7. trait that masks another trait
  8. Physical appearance of a trait
  9. The passing of characteristics genetically from one generation to another
  10. Trait that seems to disappear when 2 different genes are present
  11. Generation. The parental generation
  12. Physical characteristics that are inherited
  13. filia. second generation after the P generation
  14. Of a gene be responsible for producing a substance or behavior

25 Clues: Father of genetics • deoxyribonucleic acid • One member of a gene pair • Actual gene makeup (letters) • trait that masks another trait • Physical appearance of a trait • Scientist who studies heredity • Term for a homozygous gene pair • Generation. The parental generation • Another term for heterozygous gene pair • Physical characteristics that are inherited • ...

Genetics 2016-07-28

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Type of plant used in Mendel's experiments
  2. Gene pAir that consists of 2 dominant or 2 recessive alleles
  3. Gene pair that consists of a dominant allele and a recessive allele
  4. Term for a homozygous gene pair
  5. Father of genetics
  6. Scientist who studies heredity
  7. Neither of the genes in a pair masks the other
  8. Trait that seems to disappear when 2 different genes are present
  9. First generation after the P generation
  10. Physical characteristics that are inherited
  11. Of a gene be responsible for producing a substance or behavior
  12. deoxyribonucleic acid
Down
  1. The complete set of genes present in a cell organism
  2. Each gene pair is inherited independently for other gene pairs for other traits
  3. Another term for heterozygous gene pair
  4. The passing of characteristics genetically from one generation to another
  5. Rod shaped structures found in the nucleus of a cell
  6. Physical appearance of a trait
  7. Actual gene makeup (letters)
  8. trait that masks another trait
  9. second generation after the P generation
  10. The parental generation
  11. One member of a gene pair
  12. The site in the genome where a single DNA letter often differs from person to person
  13. The smallest structural unit of an organism consisting of a cytoplasm and a nucleus enclosed in a membrane

25 Clues: Father of genetics • deoxyribonucleic acid • The parental generation • One member of a gene pair • Actual gene makeup (letters) • Physical appearance of a trait • Scientist who studies heredity • trait that masks another trait • Term for a homozygous gene pair • Another term for heterozygous gene pair • First generation after the P generation • ...

Genetics 2020-09-10

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a type of mutation that involves the production of one or more copies of a gene or region of a chromosome
  2. a cell with the potential to form many of the different cell types found in the body
  3. the probability that an individual will be affected by a particular genetic disorder
  4. an important class of molecules found in all living cells
  5. a small collection of genetic code, either DNA or RNA
  6. a change in a DNA sequence
  7. a collection of tissues that structurally form a functional unit specialized to perform a particular function
  8. an idividual who carries and is capable of passing on a genetic mutation associated with a disease
  9. the entire set of genetic instructions found in a cell
  10. an individual's collection of genes
  11. the process of making identical copies of an organism, cell, or DNA sequence
  12. the process by which mental and physical qualities are passed from a parent to a child before the child is born
Down
  1. a genetic engineering technique in molecular biology by which the genomes of living organisms may be modified
  2. the process by which certain biological molecules produce copies of themselves
  3. an organized package of DNA found in the nucleus of the cell
  4. an individual's observable traits, such as height, eye color, and blood type
  5. the process by which organisms change over time
  6. a substance that carries genetic information in the cells of the body
  7. a specific characteristic of an organism
  8. the study of how the qualities of living things are passed on in their genes

20 Clues: a change in a DNA sequence • an individual's collection of genes • a specific characteristic of an organism • the process by which organisms change over time • a small collection of genetic code, either DNA or RNA • the entire set of genetic instructions found in a cell • an important class of molecules found in all living cells • ...

genetics 2021-04-12

genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. are passed from parent to offspring according to the rules of Mendelian genetics.
  2. changing of the structure of a gene, resulting in a variant form that may be transmitted to subsequent generations
  3. the genetic constitution of an individual organism.
  4. derived genetically from one's parents or ancestors.
  5. relating to or denoting heritable characteristics controlled by genes that are expressed in offspring only when inherited from both parents
  6. having two identical alleles of a particular gene or genes.
  7. the set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.
  8. protein found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information in the form of genes.
  9. considered the father of genetics
  10. a dense organelle present in most eukaryotic cells, typically a single rounded structure bounded by a double membrane, containing the genetic material.
  11. is the molecule that contains the genetic code of organisms
Down
  1. when a dominant allele, or form of a gene, does not completely mask the effects of a recessive allele,
  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. A trait that is not inherited; one resulting from the effects of the environment.
  4. the genetic properties or features of an organis
  5. a square diagram that is used to predict the genotypes of a particular cross or breeding experiment.
  6. transferred from a parent to offspring and is held to determine some characteristic of the offspring.
  7. having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes.
  8. similar to homozygous
  9. similar to heterozygous
  10. one variant of a gene on a chromosome masking or overriding the effect of a different variant

21 Clues: similar to homozygous • similar to heterozygous • considered the father of genetics • the genetic properties or features of an organis • the genetic constitution of an individual organism. • derived genetically from one's parents or ancestors. • having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes. • having two identical alleles of a particular gene or genes. • ...

genetics 2021-05-06

genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the process of making genes into proteins
  2. matched pairs of chromosomes
  3. expression process of putting dna codes to use
  4. the division of the cell cytoplasm, usually follows mitosis
  5. requires two parents
  6. physical expression of traits
  7. Cells reproductive cells in the testes
  8. the four reproductive cells produced by meiosis type of cell division necessary for sexual reproduction
  9. used to translate code from the dna
  10. when the chromosomes attached at the center, or centromeres line up on the spindle at the center of the cell
  11. combination of alleles inherited from the parents
  12. a change in a gene, structure, or a combination of genes
  13. the entire collection of alleles of genotypes
  14. reproductive cells in the ovaries
  15. chromatin again forms from the chromosomes and a cell membrane begins to grow across the center between the two nuclei
  16. alternate forms of genes
  17. differentiation cells take on their unique structure as part of the team of the body
  18. inherits two of the same alleles for a particular trait either both dominant or both recessive
  19. when the expression of genes can be turned on or off
Down
  1. used to express the possible combinations for a certain trait an offspring may inherit
  2. when the nucleus of the cell organizes the chromatin material into structures called chromosome
  3. carries dna
  4. cells all cells of the body except for reproductive cells
  5. when both traits appear in the F1 generation and contribute to the phenotype of the offspring
  6. the resting period before meiosis II begins
  7. the passing of traits from a parent to offspring
  8. when one allele is stronger than the other
  9. when one trait is not complete over the other
  10. the processes of mitosis and cytokinesis
  11. genetic basis of life
  12. the weaker gene
  13. genes genes that direct body plan development
  14. reproduction results in offspring that are identical to the single parent cell
  15. involves getting rid of mutated gene, fixing the mutated gene, or replacing the mutated gene
  16. the name for the process of asexual reproduction
  17. study of traits passed from generation to generation
  18. chromosomes separate at the center and the spindle pulls them toward either end of the cell
  19. specific portions of DNA
  20. inherits one dominant allele and one recessive allele

39 Clues: carries dna • the weaker gene • requires two parents • genetic basis of life • specific portions of DNA • alternate forms of genes • matched pairs of chromosomes • physical expression of traits • reproductive cells in the ovaries • used to translate code from the dna • the processes of mitosis and cytokinesis • the process of making genes into proteins • ...

Genetics 2021-04-28

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. relating to or denoting heritable
  2. an individual's collection of genes.
  3. a female gamete : macrogamete
  4. is an individual's observable traits, such as height, eye colour, and blood type.
  5. forms of sexual reproduction
  6. is the name for the haploid female
  7. offspring only when inherited from both
  8. one of two, or more, forms of a given gene variant.
  9. are an organism's reproductive cells.
  10. Is the male reproductive cell, or gamete, in
  11. our biological parents.
Down
  1. controlled by genes which are
  2. are thread-like structures located inside the
  3. ]refers to the genetic heritage passed down
  4. or genes.
  5. cell,
  6. have power and influence over.
  7. of animal and plant cells.
  8. s the basic physical and functional unit of heredity.
  9. having two identical alleles of a particular

20 Clues: cell, • or genes. • our biological parents. • of animal and plant cells. • forms of sexual reproduction • controlled by genes which are • a female gamete : macrogamete • have power and influence over. • relating to or denoting heritable • is the name for the haploid female • an individual's collection of genes. • are an organism's reproductive cells. • ...

Genetics 2022-05-20

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a living thing, often a very small one
  2. A characteristic inherited by your relatives
  3. thread-shaped structures that contains genes
  4. disease that cause having extra fingers
  5. different form of a gene
  6. all the people who are the same age
  7. trait that is influenced by two or more genes
  8. outward expression of a trait
  9. not express when the domiant trait is present
  10. old hypothesis that explains heritage
  11. explanation of somenthing based on know facts
Down
  1. oposite form of recessive
  2. the smallest living part of an animal or a plant
  3. light brown spots on the skin, dominant trait
  4. the child of a person or animal
  5. an illness
  6. the father of genetics
  7. a cell connected with sexual reproduction
  8. a quality or characteristic of a person
  9. deoxyribonucleic acid
  10. genetic make-up of an organism
  11. section of a chromosome that codes a trait
  12. the scientific study of genes

23 Clues: an illness • deoxyribonucleic acid • the father of genetics • different form of a gene • oposite form of recessive • the scientific study of genes • genetic make-up of an organism • outward expression of a trait • the child of a person or animal • all the people who are the same age • old hypothesis that explains heritage • a living thing, often a very small one • ...

Genetics 2022-05-19

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. having two identical alleles for a trait
  2. last name of the father of genetics
  3. part of a chormosome that has coded instructions for a trait
  4. form of a gene
  5. graph that shows traits and genes that predominate and are transmitted in a family
  6. organism or organisms resulting from reproduction
  7. DNA molecule found in the nucleus of the cell
  8. passing of traits from parents to childs
  9. this type of allele is always represented by a capital letter
  10. this type of allele is not shown when a dominant allele is there
Down
  1. one trait
  2. having two different alleles for a trait
  3. one gene impact more than a single trait
  4. hereditary material
  5. scientific study of heredity
  6. genetic material of which an organism is composed
  7. properties that can be passed on from generation to generation
  8. inheritance pattern in which both alleles in the offspring are completely expressed
  9. exterior cosntitution of a trait
  10. a condition of an organism in which its is harmed because an organ is unable to work as it usually does, an illness

20 Clues: one trait • form of a gene • hereditary material • scientific study of heredity • exterior cosntitution of a trait • last name of the father of genetics • having two identical alleles for a trait • having two different alleles for a trait • one gene impact more than a single trait • passing of traits from parents to childs • DNA molecule found in the nucleus of the cell • ...

Genetics 2022-03-23

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. One gene controlling many phenotypes.
  2. different form of gene.
  3. Having identical alleles.
  4. Having non identical alleles.
  5. orderly presentation of family information.
  6. cumulative distribution function of the standard normal distribution
  7. traits controlled by two of more genes.
  8. genetic makeup/alleles.
  9. when the 2 genotypes have the same phenotype that it expresses.
  10. reduction division.
  11. refers to the effect of gene that is independent of other genes and the environment.
  12. if gene has more than two alleles
  13. factors that control a trait.
  14. genes and their corresponding traits are passed from parent to the offspring.
  15. cell division producing clones
  16. When neither allele is dominant, each is.
  17. dominance
  18. alleles- when many alleles and genes are involved.
  19. the set of functional association between genes.
  20. pattern of inheritance which do not follow mendelian inheritance.
  21. gene exists predominantly as a single allele .
Down
  1. gene has two alleles.
  2. when a variant causes a trait but not everyone with the variant has the phenotype, the allele is said to be incompletely penetrant.
  3. Physical appearance/ visible traits.
  4. A picture of all the chromosomes in a cell.
  5. stage in a process of changes oe development.
  6. when both alleles for a gene are expressed equally.
  7. position of a gene on a particular chromosome.
  8. traits that have more than two alleles
  9. genes that have no allelic counterparts.
  10. are blended together.
  11. within the region of a locus or anywhere in the genome.
  12. weaker allele
  13. traits result from the actions of genes and the environment.
  14. gene transfer resulting from uptake of DNA from the donor.
  15. stronger allele
  16. combination of alleles being inherited together; a set of DNA polymorphisms found on the same chromosome.
  17. gene that commonly exist as 2 or more alleles in a population. complex trait follow the different pattern of inheritance that may involve multiples genes and other factor.
  18. unwound DNA.
  19. interaction between genes that influences a phenotype.
  20. traits determined by single gene with two alleles.
  21. cumulative distribution function of the logistic distribution.
  22. any departure or deviation from normal, usually expected.

43 Clues: dominance • unwound DNA. • weaker allele • stronger allele • reduction division. • gene has two alleles. • are blended together. • different form of gene. • genetic makeup/alleles. • Having identical alleles. • Having non identical alleles. • factors that control a trait. • cell division producing clones • if gene has more than two alleles • Physical appearance/ visible traits. • ...

Genetics 2022-03-25

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. same letters
  2. form of a gene
  3. (not natural) Artificial process of asexual reproduction producing an identical offspring to the parent.
  4. The process of mating two organisms to produce an offspring.
  5. it will be the upper case
  6. characteristic that vary from one individual to another.
  7. physical characteristics
  8. When a sperm and an egg unite to produce an offspring.
  9. The passage of genetic information from one generation to the next.
Down
  1. two same lower case letters
  2. The allele (gene) that is always expressed.
  3. When an organism produces an exact copy of itself.
  4. two same capital letters
  5. passing traits from parents
  6. T he allele (gene) that is not observed (hidden).
  7. will be the lower case letter
  8. genetic makeup of an organism
  9. The passage of traits from parent to offspring.
  10. A specific sequence of DNA that determines one or more trait.
  11. Possible explanation to a theory.

20 Clues: same letters • form of a gene • two same capital letters • physical characteristics • it will be the upper case • two same lower case letters • passing traits from parents • will be the lower case letter • genetic makeup of an organism • Possible explanation to a theory. • The allele (gene) that is always expressed. • The passage of traits from parent to offspring. • ...

Genetics 2022-07-26

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. result of reproduction
  2. gene that is masked by a dominant gene
  3. the genetic makeup of an organism
  4. round green seed eaten as a vegetable
  5. process where offspring are created
  6. a visible trait
  7. a version of a DNA sequence
  8. father of genetics and Austrian monk
  9. descent from different organisms
  10. the base of all living things
Down
  1. a disorder that produces symptons
  2. gene that overrules a recessive one
  3. one gene that affects various traits
  4. a characteristic of an individual
  5. a structure that is made of and houses DNA
  6. instructions for the making of proteins
  7. scientific procedure done to make a discovery
  8. someone with no melatonin
  9. Deoxyribonucleic acid
  10. the study of genes and heredity

20 Clues: a visible trait • Deoxyribonucleic acid • result of reproduction • someone with no melatonin • a version of a DNA sequence • the base of all living things • the study of genes and heredity • descent from different organisms • a disorder that produces symptons • a characteristic of an individual • the genetic makeup of an organism • gene that overrules a recessive one • ...

Genetics 2022-01-07

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Proteins are made of twenty amino _____.
  2. The number of bases on DNA, which together from the 'genetic code'.
  3. The two parts of protein formation are called transcription and ___________.
  4. The unit of heredity.
  5. The description of the physical characteristics of an organism.
  6. You have 23 pairs of these.
  7. The part of a cell where DNA is found.
  8. One of a pair of genes which always shows it characteristics, no matter what the other gene in the pair is.
  9. In the name mRNA, m stands for _________.
  10. A particular characteristic controlled by alleles.
  11. When certain traits are passed from parents to children.
Down
  1. Deoxyribonucleic acid.
  2. The part of a gene which controls a trait.
  3. One of a pair of genes which only shows its characteristics when NOT paired with a dominant gene.
  4. The part of the cell where proteins are made.
  5. In the name tRNA, t stands for _________.
  6. Chemicals made by mRNA and tRNA in ribosomes.
  7. The description of unique genetic makeup.
  8. ______ cell anaemia, a genetic disease.
  9. Gregor ______, a scientist known as the father of genetics.

20 Clues: The unit of heredity. • Deoxyribonucleic acid. • You have 23 pairs of these. • The part of a cell where DNA is found. • ______ cell anaemia, a genetic disease. • Proteins are made of twenty amino _____. • In the name tRNA, t stands for _________. • The description of unique genetic makeup. • The part of a gene which controls a trait. • ...

Genetics 2022-01-07

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. When certain traits are passed from parents to children.
  2. The description of the physical characteristics of an organism.
  3. The part of a gene which controls a trait.
  4. In the name tRNA, t stands for _________.
  5. Chemicals made by mRNA and tRNA in ribosomes.
  6. One of a pair of genes which always shows it characteristics, no matter what the other gene in the pair is.
  7. The part of a cell where DNA is found.
  8. You have 23 pairs of these.
  9. Deoxyribonucleic acid.
  10. The unit of heredity.
Down
  1. Gregor ______, a scientist known as the father of genetics.
  2. The description of unique genetic makeup.
  3. The two parts of protein formation are called transcription and ___________.
  4. One of a pair of genes which only shows its characteristics when NOT paired with a dominant gene.
  5. The number of bases on DNA, which together from the 'genetic code'.
  6. A particular characteristic controlled by alleles.
  7. The part of the cell where proteins are made.
  8. Proteins are made of twenty amino _____.
  9. In the name mRNA, m stands for _________.
  10. ______ cell anaemia, a genetic disease.

20 Clues: The unit of heredity. • Deoxyribonucleic acid. • You have 23 pairs of these. • The part of a cell where DNA is found. • ______ cell anaemia, a genetic disease. • Proteins are made of twenty amino _____. • The description of unique genetic makeup. • In the name tRNA, t stands for _________. • The part of a gene which controls a trait. • ...

Genetics 2022-03-25

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. makes up you you have many of these
  2. When the letter combos are different "Tt"
  3. Square that tells us the offsprings trait
  4. the likelihood that a particular event would occur
  5. experiments in breeding garden peas led to his eventual recognition as founder of the science of genetics
  6. Allele that always shows
  7. a condition when both alleles are expressed in the phenotype
  8. The children of an organism when they reproduce
  9. phenotype is influenced by more than one gene
  10. gene A gene that is carried on the X or Y chromosome
  11. letter combo that determines your trait
  12. choosing two traits and breeding them to have perfect offspring
Down
  1. a persons physical appearance
  2. refers to a situation where neither allele dominates over the other allele creating a new phenotype
  3. The union of male and female sperm and egg
  4. when the letter combos are the same "TT"
  5. a persons genetic make up
  6. gene that does not show unless dominant allele is not there
  7. when organism have offspring
  8. The passing of traits from parents to offspring

20 Clues: Allele that always shows • a persons genetic make up • when organism have offspring • a persons physical appearance • makes up you you have many of these • letter combo that determines your trait • when the letter combos are the same "TT" • When the letter combos are different "Tt" • Square that tells us the offsprings trait • The union of male and female sperm and egg • ...

genetics 2022-05-11

genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Has only 1 set of chromosomes (n).
  2. The overshadowed allele.
  3. Portions of DNA that determine traits of living things.
  4. A set of genes in DNA that includes unique characteristics.
  5. A,C,G,U
  6. A,C,G,T
  7. Different forms of a gene.
  8. Two different alleles are present for a particular characteristic.
  9. Influenced both by its genotype and by the environment. The appearance of an organism.
  10. The complete set of genes or genetic material present in a cell or organism.
  11. Female reproductive cells.
Down
  1. The founder of the science of genetics.
  2. The first step to making proteins.
  3. Male reproductive cells.
  4. Two identical alleles are present for a particular characteristic.
  5. The expressed allele.
  6. The process where proteins are built from the mRNA blueprint.
  7. A DNA molecule containing the genetic material of an organism.
  8. Proposed a model for the DNA structure.
  9. The passing on of traits from parents onto their offspring.
  10. Has 2 sets of chromosones (2n).

21 Clues: A,C,G,U • A,C,G,T • The expressed allele. • Male reproductive cells. • The overshadowed allele. • Different forms of a gene. • Female reproductive cells. • Has 2 sets of chromosones (2n). • The first step to making proteins. • Has only 1 set of chromosomes (n). • The founder of the science of genetics. • Proposed a model for the DNA structure. • ...

Genetics 2022-05-11

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Gene composition of a living organism.
  2. An overshadowed allele.
  3. Double stranded molecule that has genetic information stored in it.
  4. Father of genetics (surname).
  5. Set of rules by which information encoded is converted into proteins.
  6. Expression of genes.
  7. Organelles which produce sugars via photosynthesis.
  8. Double set of chromosomes.
  9. Two identical alleles.
  10. Single stranded molecule that contains the sugar ribose.
  11. Asexual reproduction.
Down
  1. Picture of all the chromosome from an individual's cells.
  2. Sexual reproduction.
  3. People who proposed a model for the DNA structure.
  4. The first step of making proteins.
  5. Study of genes, inherited characteristic and traits.
  6. Different forms of a gene.
  7. Two different alleles.
  8. Parts of DNA molecules that determine living creatures' characteristics.
  9. Molecules that play a critical role in structure, function and regulation of your body's cells, tissues and organs.
  10. Plant that was studied for the inheritance of characteristics.

21 Clues: Sexual reproduction. • Expression of genes. • Asexual reproduction. • Two different alleles. • Two identical alleles. • An overshadowed allele. • Different forms of a gene. • Double set of chromosomes. • Father of genetics (surname). • The first step of making proteins. • Gene composition of a living organism. • People who proposed a model for the DNA structure. • ...

Genetics 2022-05-11

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Diploid cells that are reduced to haploid during meiosis
  2. Form of dominance when both alleles are equally strong
  3. Portions of DNA that determine characteristics
  4. Form of dominance when 1 allele predominates
  5. Form of dominance when both alleles create traits
  6. Humans have 23 pairs of:
  7. Two identical alleles
  8. Different word for gametes
  9. Cells that have a single pair of chromosomes
Down
  1. He developed the science of genetics
  2. Gene composition of a living organism
  3. Shape of a DNA molecule
  4. Two different alleles
  5. Study of how characteristics are inherited
  6. Different forms of a gene
  7. Set of all genes that specify an organism's traits
  8. Cells that have a double pair of chromosomes
  9. RNA stands for ___ acid
  10. The expression of genes of a living being
  11. Opposite of dominant
  12. One allele that expresses itself and the other doesn't

21 Clues: Opposite of dominant • Two different alleles • Two identical alleles • Shape of a DNA molecule • RNA stands for ___ acid • Humans have 23 pairs of: • Different forms of a gene • Different word for gametes • He developed the science of genetics • Gene composition of a living organism • The expression of genes of a living being • Study of how characteristics are inherited • ...

genetics 2022-05-11

genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the different forms of the gene
  2. a situation in which both alleles are equally stong and both alleles are visible in the hybrid
  3. a triplet of bases which encodes a particular amino acid
  4. when 1 allele predominates over a second
  5. the location of a gene on chromosome
  6. regulate the activity of other genes
  7. the first step towards making proteins
Down
  1. the process where proteins are built from the mRNA
  2. who developed the science of genetic ?
  3. form of gene - trait
  4. the set of rules by which information encoded in mRNA sequences is converted into proteins
  5. the portions of DNA molecules that determine characteristics of living things
  6. what make proteins ?
  7. Who are Crick and Watson ?
  8. an organism that has the same alleles at a particular gene locus
  9. how do we call haploid cells?
  10. an organism that has different alleles at a particular gene locus on homologous chromosomes
  11. the specific genetic genome of the individual in the form of DNA
  12. how do we call RNA?
  13. consist of multiple chromosomes each containing double-stranded, double-helical DNA

20 Clues: how do we call RNA? • form of gene - trait • what make proteins ? • Who are Crick and Watson ? • how do we call haploid cells? • the different forms of the gene • the location of a gene on chromosome • regulate the activity of other genes • who developed the science of genetic ? • the first step towards making proteins • when 1 allele predominates over a second • ...

GENETICS 2023-01-12

GENETICS crossword puzzle
Across
  1. 3 BASES OF DNA THAT CODE FOR AN AMINO ACID
  2. WHERE THE 2 TRAITS BLEND
  3. BOTH GENES ARE NOT IDENTICAL
  4. THE TRAIT THAT OVERPOWERS THE OTHERS
  5. THE TYPE OF BOND THAT CONNECTS THE BASES
  6. DIFFERENT VERSION OF A TRAIT
  7. THE TRAIT THAT IS "WEAKER"
  8. THE MESSENGER CHEMICAL.
  9. BOTH TRAITS SHOW UP
Down
  1. A GENETIC DISORDER OF THE BLOOD
  2. THE CHEMICAL THAT CODES FOR LIFE.
  3. WHAT PROTEINS ARE MADE OF
  4. THE KIND OF RNA THAT CARRIES THE MESSAGE
  5. BOTH GENES ARE IDENTICAL
  6. THE BOND THAT HOLDS AMINO ACIDS TOGETHER
  7. THE "FATHER" OF GENETICS
  8. A TRAIT DOMINANT FOR MEN BUT NOT FOR WOMEN
  9. THE STEPS OF THE DNA LADDER ARE CALLED
  10. THE PART OF DNA THAT CONTROLS A TRAIT
  11. PUTS AMINO ACIDS TOGETHER TO FORM PROTEINS
  12. THE KIND OF RNA THAT CARRIES AMINO ACIDS.
  13. GENES THAT ARE DOMINANT IN ONE GENDER ONLY

22 Clues: BOTH TRAITS SHOW UP • THE MESSENGER CHEMICAL. • BOTH GENES ARE IDENTICAL • WHERE THE 2 TRAITS BLEND • THE "FATHER" OF GENETICS • WHAT PROTEINS ARE MADE OF • THE TRAIT THAT IS "WEAKER" • BOTH GENES ARE NOT IDENTICAL • DIFFERENT VERSION OF A TRAIT • A GENETIC DISORDER OF THE BLOOD • THE CHEMICAL THAT CODES FOR LIFE. • THE TRAIT THAT OVERPOWERS THE OTHERS • ...

Genetics 2022-12-06

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Change in the genetic material of a cell
  2. Nicknamed the "father of genetics"
  3. A, B, AB, O
  4. A physical trait
  5. Mutation that causes severe damage to the protein
  6. turning mRNA into proteins
  7. Type of genetics based on the father of genetics
  8. Double Helix Shape, contains Deoxyribose sugar.
  9. Responsible for carrying amino acids to the ribosome during translation
  10. Gene mutation in which a single base pair has changed
  11. Process used to make new strands of DNA
  12. Your genetic makeup
  13. An organism that has one of this type of allele exhibits this form of the trait
  14. Type of genetics more complex than dominant and recessive
  15. Different forms of a gene
  16. Creates mRNA from DNA
  17. Chromosomes that define your gender
  18. Single stranded, contains ribose
Down
  1. When no trait is phenotypically expressed
  2. sequence of DNA that codes for a protein and determines a trait
  3. "Unzips" DNA in replication
  4. Making mRNA from DNA
  5. Used to determine genotypes
  6. Aids mRNA during translation
  7. Creates new strands of DNA in replication
  8. When BOTH traits are phenotypically expressed
  9. Individual look at all your chromosomes
  10. Where DNA is located
  11. RNA copy of a gene that carries instructions for creating a protein
  12. Chart that shows the presence or absence of a trait in a family through multiple generations
  13. Sequences in eukaryotic cells that must be removed before moving on to translation
  14. First 22 pairs of chromosomes
  15. An organism must have 2 copies of this type of allele to exhibit this form of the trait
  16. The start codon
  17. three bases in mRNA that code for a particular amino acid

35 Clues: A, B, AB, O • The start codon • A physical trait • Your genetic makeup • Making mRNA from DNA • Where DNA is located • Creates mRNA from DNA • Different forms of a gene • turning mRNA into proteins • "Unzips" DNA in replication • Used to determine genotypes • Aids mRNA during translation • First 22 pairs of chromosomes • Single stranded, contains ribose • Nicknamed the "father of genetics" • ...

Genetics 2022-12-06

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The study of heredity
  2. Special cells used for sexual reproduction
  3. A specific physical characteristic
  4. Heterozygous offspring shows a trait that is a mix of the two possible traits
  5. A monk who figured out early principles of genetics
  6. Sets of DNA which code for the same types of traits (e.g. chromosome 14 from father and chromosome 14 from mother)
  7. Heterozygous offspring show a trait that expresses both traits fully, just in different places
  8. The separation of traits as parents create gametes
  9. DNA which codes for a specific trait/protein
  10. The trait may be hidden or incompletely expressed even if the organism has this kind of trait
  11. A method for determining possible allele combinations and percentages from two given parents
Down
  1. Offspring of parents with different characteristics
  2. When a trait is controlled by multiple genes
  3. The physical characteristics/trait expressed by an organism
  4. Organism with two different forms of a single gene
  5. When separation of genes for two different traits do not affect the other
  6. Different forms of a single trait/protein in the DNA
  7. A trait is always expressed if the organism has this kind of trait
  8. The type of alleles/genes present in an organism
  9. Organism with both forms of a single gene being the same

20 Clues: The study of heredity • A specific physical characteristic • Special cells used for sexual reproduction • When a trait is controlled by multiple genes • DNA which codes for a specific trait/protein • The type of alleles/genes present in an organism • Organism with two different forms of a single gene • The separation of traits as parents create gametes • ...

Genetics 2023-03-09

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. specific characteristic
  2. different alleles for a particular trait
  3. chromosomes that correspond to each other
  4. results in offspring identical to parent (2 words)
  5. offspring of crosses between parents with different traits
  6. different forms of a gene
  7. identical alleles for a particular trait
  8. sequence of DNA that determines a trait
  9. separation of alleles during meiosis
  10. genetic makeup
  11. male and female reproductive cells join
  12. father of genetics
Down
  1. diagram for genetic cross (2 words)
  2. cell that contains a single set of chromosomes
  3. allele always exhibited when present
  4. physical characteristic
  5. allele will be exhibited only if dominant is not present
  6. reproductive cell
  7. the study of heredity
  8. cell that contains both sets of homologous chromosomes

20 Clues: genetic makeup • reproductive cell • father of genetics • the study of heredity • specific characteristic • physical characteristic • different forms of a gene • diagram for genetic cross (2 words) • allele always exhibited when present • separation of alleles during meiosis • sequence of DNA that determines a trait • male and female reproductive cells join • ...

Genetics 2023-03-08

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. passing of genetic information from parents to their children
  2. Covers over other gene; trait always is expressed (present) when allele is dominant; listed as an uppercase letter (i.e. RR)
  3. form of a gene on a chromosome
  4. A scientist who has special training in the study of genes and heredity
  5. One trait does not completely dominate over the other. They blend together. Doesn’t happen in humans.
  6. genetically modified organism, is a plant, animal, microorganism or other organism whose genetic makeup has been modified in a laboratory using genetic engineering
  7. Two different alleles for a trait (Rr)
  8. the study of how your behaviors and environment can cause changes that affect the way your genes work. Your genes cant change, but you can affect how they are expressed with your choices and your environment. Epigenomes can change based on life factors.
  9. Gene that is covered by another gene, trait is not expressed if there is a dominant allele, listed as lower case letters (i.e. rr)
  10. There are some traits where many different genes are responsible for the trait that is expressed. So many different genes are responsible for how your eyes are colored, the color of your hair, etc.
Down
  1. Change in the number or structure of chromosomes. These Examples are when an extra chromosome is present: down syndrome; trisomy 13 - patau, trisomy 18 - edwards
  2. square Shows the possible outcomes of a genetic cross in an offspring
  3. A tool that can trace traits in families like the history of which family members carried a disease
  4. When there are more than two forms of a trait; largest example is blood type (more than two types of blood)
  5. Disease carried on the X or Y chromosome (23rd chromosomes that determine your gender male/female); affect anything with a gender like humans, animals, insects. Remember the father determines the gender of the baby with the Y chromosome. Examples include colorblindness, baldness, hemophelia
  6. Where are genes located
  7. how genes and how traits are passed down
  8. Mendel Father of Genetics
  9. The genetic makeup of an organism; represented by the letters in the punnett square (i.e. RR)
  10. How the gene is expressed (the actual trait or outcome - i.e. brown hair)
  11. A karyotype is an individual's complete set of chromosomes. The term also refers to a laboratory-produced image of a person's chromosomes isolated from an individual cell and arranged in numerical order. A karyotype may be used to look for abnormalities in chromosome number or structure.

21 Clues: Where are genes located • Mendel Father of Genetics • form of a gene on a chromosome • Two different alleles for a trait (Rr) • how genes and how traits are passed down • passing of genetic information from parents to their children • square Shows the possible outcomes of a genetic cross in an offspring • ...

Genetics 2023-04-17

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Characteristics passed from one generation to the next
  2. The genetic makeup of an organism
  3. The transfer of pollen from one flower to another flower on the same plant
  4. The weaker hereditary trait. It is hidden by the dominant trait
  5. The term used to describe the genotype for a specific trait consisting of one dominant and one recessive trait
  6. A type of gene expression where each of 2 different alleles are partially expressed.
  7. A type of gene expression where both alleles are expressed
  8. The outward appearance of an organism
  9. The passing of traits by heredity
  10. A reproductive process in which the pollen from one flower is transferred to the stigma of another plant
Down
  1. The passing of traits from parents to offspring
  2. a mode of reproduction in which a new offspring is produced by a single parent.
  3. The study of heredity
  4. Structures located on the chromosome that determine characteristics of cells and traits
  5. Strands of genetic material located in the nucleus of a cell (the genes are located here)
  6. The term used to describe a genotype consisting of two like genes for a given trait
  7. The production of new living organisms by combining genetic information from two individuals
  8. A sudden change in a gene that causes a change in an inherited trait
  9. The hereditary trait that expresses itself more strongly than another
  10. The “father” of genetics

20 Clues: The study of heredity • The “father” of genetics • The genetic makeup of an organism • The passing of traits by heredity • The outward appearance of an organism • The passing of traits from parents to offspring • Characteristics passed from one generation to the next • A type of gene expression where both alleles are expressed • ...

Genetics 2023-04-04

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Shape of DNA
  2. Found in the nucleus of a cell
  3. Varitation with only 2 values
  4. The number of bases that make DNA
  5. Where we get our DNA from
  6. Scientists who discovered shape of DNA
  7. Something we are born with
  8. Differences in a species
  9. Same type of gene
  10. Number of chromosomes a human has
Down
  1. The gene that is dominated by others
  2. Condition caused by extra chromosome 21
  3. Used to work out DNA of children from parents
  4. Variation that has a number of values
  5. Dominant eye colour over blue eyes
  6. Created Xray photo of DNA
  7. Something we gain during our lifetime
  8. The gene that dominates others
  9. Different type of genes
  10. Control our charateristics

20 Clues: Shape of DNA • Same type of gene • Different type of genes • Differences in a species • Created Xray photo of DNA • Where we get our DNA from • Something we are born with • Control our charateristics • Varitation with only 2 values • Found in the nucleus of a cell • The gene that dominates others • The number of bases that make DNA • Number of chromosomes a human has • ...

genetics 2023-03-27

genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a distinguishing quality or characteristic, typically one belonging to a person.
  2. the set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.
  3. the genetic constitution of an individual organism.
  4. the quantitative relation between two amounts showing the number of times one value contains or is contained within the other.
  5. a state of confusion.
  6. a unit of heredity which is transferred from a parent to offspring and is held to determine some characteristic of the offspring.
  7. an intermittent and remittent fever caused by a protozoan parasite that invades the red blood cells. The parasite is transmitted by mosquitoes in many tropical and subtropical regions.
  8. relating to or denoting heritable characteristics controlled by genes that are expressed in offspring only when inherited from both parents, i.e., when not masked by a dominant characteristic inherited from one parent.
  9. a group of inherited red blood cell disorders.
  10. a condition in which you lack enough healthy red blood cells to carry adequate oxygen to your body's tissues.
  11. having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes.
Down
  1. a diploid cell resulting from the fusion of two haploid gametes; a fertilized ovum.
  2. the natural coloring matter of animal or plant tissue.
  3. a hereditary disease marked by degeneration of the brain cells and causing chorea and progressive dementia.
  4. In genetics, an organism with two recessive alleles would be referred to as homozygous recessive, while an organism with one dominant allele and one recessive allele would be heterozygous.
  5. the number and visual appearance of the chromosomes in the cell nuclei of an organism or species.
  6. the action or process of fertilizing an egg, female animal, or plant, involving the fusion of male and female gametes to form a zygote.
  7. an animal bred from parents of the same breed or variety.
  8. the inability to distinguish certain colors, or (rarely in humans) any colors at all.
  9. a medical condition in which the ability of the blood to clot is severely reduced, causing the sufferer to bleed severely from even a slight injury. The condition is typically caused by a hereditary lack of a coagulation factor, most often factor VIII.
  10. a type of inheritance in which two versions (alleles) of the same gene are expressed separately to yield different traits in an individual.
  11. one of two or more alternative forms of a gene that arise by mutation and are found at the same place on a chromosome.
  12. a reproductive cell of an animal or plant.
  13. The presence of two identical alleles at a particular gene locus.
  14. a hereditary disorder affecting the exocrine glands. It causes the production of abnormally thick mucus, leading to the blockage of the pancreatic ducts, intestines, and bronchi and often resulting in respiratory infection.

25 Clues: a state of confusion. • a reproductive cell of an animal or plant. • a group of inherited red blood cell disorders. • the genetic constitution of an individual organism. • the natural coloring matter of animal or plant tissue. • an animal bred from parents of the same breed or variety. • having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes. • ...

Genetics 2023-03-30

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. threadlike structure of DNA, consisting of multiple genes found in the nucleus
  2. different versions of genes
  3. converting DNA to RNA
  4. single stranded genetic information with AUCG bases
  5. a sequence (2 or more) DNA molecules that determine which proteins are made in the body
  6. double stranded genetic information that is the instructions for protein
  7. the DNA of one organism that includes genes from another organism
  8. turning off (silencing) or turning on (activating) certain genes/DNA
  9. traits/characteristics we can see
  10. an accidental change in 1+ DNA base
  11. a technology that separates DNA fragments by size to determine relatedness
Down
  1. using enzymes to remove out DNA and transfer that DNA into another organism
  2. the process of choosing parents with desirable traits and making them reproduce in hopes the offspring will have the desirable trait
  3. building blocks that make protein
  4. building blocks that make DNA (nucleotide
  5. information that can be passed down/inherited from parents
  6. matching RNA with amino acids to make a protein
  7. the types of genes you have
  8. the two step process of using genetic molecules to assemble a biomolecule to determine your traits
  9. changing the DNA of an organism by altering the sequences of bases

20 Clues: converting DNA to RNA • different versions of genes • the types of genes you have • building blocks that make protein • traits/characteristics we can see • an accidental change in 1+ DNA base • building blocks that make DNA (nucleotide • matching RNA with amino acids to make a protein • single stranded genetic information with AUCG bases • ...

Genetics 2024-06-06

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. thread like structure made of protein and DNA
  2. the basic unit of heredity passed down to offspring
  3. a coexistence of two different alleles showing as a phenotype
  4. certain patterns of how traits are passed from parent to offspring
  5. a trait that you can see
  6. a characteristic that is influenced by two or more genes
  7. a certain characteristic of an individual
  8. two alleles that are dominant and recessive
  9. a mix between two different alleles
Down
  1. how different genes independently separate from one another when reproductive cells develop
  2. a trait that is expressed only when genotype is homozygous
  3. two or more forms of a gene
  4. a cell/nucleus having a single set of unpaired chromosomes
  5. any cell of a living thing other than reproductive cells
  6. a trait that is expressed even when genotype is heterozygous
  7. the molecule that carries the genetic information in all organisms
  8. two alleles that are the same
  9. a type of cell division that produces four gamete cells
  10. two things that show genetic traits
  11. a cell/nucleus containung two complete sets of chromosomes from each parent
  12. the genetic makeup of a person
  13. observable features or fundamental morals
  14. a reproductive cell of an organism

23 Clues: a trait that you can see • two or more forms of a gene • two alleles that are the same • the genetic makeup of a person • a reproductive cell of an organism • two things that show genetic traits • a mix between two different alleles • a certain characteristic of an individual • observable features or fundamental morals • two alleles that are dominant and recessive • ...

Genetics 2023-09-01

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The creation of new molecules, such as proteins, through a series of chemical reactions.
  2. The cell formed by the fusion of a sperm and an egg during fertilization, representing the first stage of a new organism's development.
  3. The repetitive DNA sequence at the end of a linear chromosome, protecting it from degradation.
  4. The exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes, contributing to genetic diversity.
  5. An enzyme that maintains the length of telomeres, which protect the ends of chromosomes from deterioration.
  6. The study of the structure, function, and interactions of proteins within an organism.
  7. A diagram that shows the genetic relationships among individuals in a family over multiple generations.
  8. The observable characteristics or traits of an organism, influenced by its genotype and environment.
  9. Complex molecules composed of amino acids that perform various biological functions in cells.
Down
  1. The process of copying DNA to produce two identical DNA molecules, essential for cell division.
  2. The occurrence of different forms of a gene (alleles) within a population.
  3. A gene located on the X chromosome, with potential inheritance patterns differing between males and females.
  4. A gene located on the Y chromosome, primarily inherited from father to son.
  5. The process by which ribosomes synthesize proteins based on the information carried by mRNA.
  6. The transfer of a segment of DNA from one chromosome to another.
  7. Ribonucleic acid, a molecule involved in various cellular processes, including protein synthesis.
  8. The process of synthesizing RNA from a DNA template, forming messenger RNA (mRNA).
  9. A region of DNA that initiates the transcription of a gene and regulates its expression.
  10. A gene that has the potential to cause cancer when mutated or overexpressed.
  11. A trait or allele that is expressed only when two copies are present in the genotype.

20 Clues: The transfer of a segment of DNA from one chromosome to another. • The occurrence of different forms of a gene (alleles) within a population. • A gene located on the Y chromosome, primarily inherited from father to son. • A gene that has the potential to cause cancer when mutated or overexpressed. • ...

Genetics 2023-11-17

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. DNA is copied to create an identical strand of DNA
  2. complex molecules that play out critical roles in the body
  3. alleles you have
  4. traits you show
  5. trait that must be contributed by both parents in order to appear in the offspring
  6. three letter nucleotide sequence
  7. a trait that will appear in the offspring if one of the parents contributes it
  8. DNA is copied as mRNA
  9. structure of DNA
  10. building block of proteins
Down
  1. more severe than a point mutation
  2. one of the four nucleotides that DNA is composed of starting with the letter C
  3. random, change in an organism's genetic code
  4. one of the four nucleotides that DNA is composed of starting with the letter G
  5. mutation affects a SINGLE nucleotide
  6. one of the four nucleotides that DNA is composed of starting with the letter A
  7. ribosome reads the mRNA and uses it the info to build proteins
  8. make up all of your DNA
  9. table used to calculate the probability of an offspring inheriting a specific trait
  10. one of the four nucleotides that DNA is composed of starting with the letter T

20 Clues: traits you show • alleles you have • structure of DNA • DNA is copied as mRNA • make up all of your DNA • building block of proteins • three letter nucleotide sequence • more severe than a point mutation • mutation affects a SINGLE nucleotide • random, change in an organism's genetic code • DNA is copied to create an identical strand of DNA • ...

Genetics 2024-05-08

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A change in the DNA
  2. Deoxyribonucleic acid
  3. A genetically determined characteristic gained by offspring
  4. Threadlike structure that contains genetic information
  5. Letters are lowercase
  6. Letters are uppercase
  7. Mendel The father or genetics
  8. A mode of reproduction in which only one parent is involved to reproduce offspring
  9. Genetic information
  10. Holds genetic information for one trait
  11. When two alleles of a gene are the same
  12. production of new living organism by combining genetic info from two individuals
Down
  1. Squares A square diagram used to predict the genotypes of offspring
  2. The likelihood that certain events will occur
  3. When two alleles of a gene are different
  4. The region of origin of an individuals closely related ancestors
  5. A tool that shows inherited traits
  6. Physical appearance
  7. A person who carries a genetic difference in one copy of a gene but doesn't have the disease individual
  8. Different variations of a gene

20 Clues: A change in the DNA • Physical appearance • Genetic information • Deoxyribonucleic acid • Letters are lowercase • Letters are uppercase • Mendel The father or genetics • Different variations of a gene • A tool that shows inherited traits • Holds genetic information for one trait • When two alleles of a gene are the same • When two alleles of a gene are different • ...

Genetics 2024-05-08

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. This hurts the organism
  2. When something is taken out
  3. RR or rr are examples of this genotype
  4. This type of reproduction requires two parents
  5. This is your physical appearance
  6. A fertilized Egg
  7. A variation in a gene
  8. Section on a chromosome that determines traits
  9. This helps the organism survive
  10. Outgrowth of the original plant
  11. When something is added
  12. Type of Cell Division that divides into two copies
Down
  1. This is how people pass on their traits
  2. Rr is an example of this genotype
  3. This controls your phenotype, and it has two alleles
  4. When something is changed out for another thing
  5. This type of reproduction only requires one parent
  6. The Father of Genetics
  7. Alteration in a DNA sequence
  8. They come in pairs, and you have 46 of them

20 Clues: A fertilized Egg • A variation in a gene • The Father of Genetics • This hurts the organism • When something is added • When something is taken out • Alteration in a DNA sequence • This helps the organism survive • Outgrowth of the original plant • This is your physical appearance • Rr is an example of this genotype • RR or rr are examples of this genotype • ...

Genetics 2024-05-08

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. This hurts the organism
  2. When something is taken out
  3. RR or rr are examples of this genotype
  4. This type of reproduction requires two parents
  5. This is your physical appearance
  6. A fertilized Egg
  7. A variation in a gene
  8. Section on a chromosome that determines traits
  9. This helps the organism survive
  10. Outgrowth of the original plant
  11. When something is added
  12. Type of Cell Division that divides into two copies
Down
  1. This is how people pass on their traits
  2. Rr is an example of this genotype
  3. This controls your phenotype, and it has two alleles
  4. When something is changed out for another thing
  5. This type of reproduction only requires one parent
  6. The Father of Genetics
  7. Alteration in a DNA sequence
  8. They come in pairs, and you have 46 of them

20 Clues: A fertilized Egg • A variation in a gene • The Father of Genetics • This hurts the organism • When something is added • When something is taken out • Alteration in a DNA sequence • This helps the organism survive • Outgrowth of the original plant • This is your physical appearance • Rr is an example of this genotype • RR or rr are examples of this genotype • ...

Genetics 2024-05-17

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The structure of DNA, consisting of two strands wound around each other.
  2. The type of RNA that carries amino acids to the ribosome for protein synthesis.
  3. The type of RNA that, along with proteins, makes up the ribosome.
  4. A three-nucleotide sequence on mRNA that codes for a specific amino acid.
  5. The process of building proteins based on the sequence of mRNA.
  6. The enzyme that unwinds the DNA double helix during replication.
  7. The type of RNA that carries the genetic message from the DNA to the ribosome.
  8. The enzyme that synthesizes new DNA strands by adding nucleotides.
  9. The cellular structure where protein synthesis occurs.
  10. The basic building block of DNA and RNA consisting of a sugar, a phosphate, and a nitrogenous base.
  11. The enzyme responsible for forming new copies of DNA.
  12. A molecule composed of amino acids, essential for cellular functions.
Down
  1. A structure of nucleic acids and protein found in the nucleus, carrying genetic information.
  2. A change in the nucleotide sequence of DNA.
  3. The sugar found in a DNA nucleotide.
  4. A three-nucleotide sequence on tRNA that pairs with the corresponding codon on mRNA.
  5. The cellular location where DNA replication occurs.
  6. A segment of DNA that codes for a protein.
  7. The process of copying a segment of DNA into RNA.
  8. The process of decoding mRNA to produce a polypeptide chain (protein).
  9. One of the three components of a nucleotide.
  10. The type of acid DNA and RNA are classified as.
  11. The sugar found in an RNA nucleotide.

23 Clues: The sugar found in a DNA nucleotide. • The sugar found in an RNA nucleotide. • A segment of DNA that codes for a protein. • A change in the nucleotide sequence of DNA. • One of the three components of a nucleotide. • The type of acid DNA and RNA are classified as. • The process of copying a segment of DNA into RNA. • The cellular location where DNA replication occurs. • ...

genetics 2023-12-13

genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. having more than one origin or source
  2. A genotypic ratio is a numerical comparison of the allele combinations
  3. the set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment
  4. Same alleles
  5. ratio depicting the different genotypes of the offspring from a test cross
  6. In the nucleus of each cell, the DNA molecule is packaged into thread-like structures
  7. forms of a gene that arise by mutation and are found at the same place on a chromosome
  8. the number and visual appearance of the chromosomes in an organism
  9. the 23rd chromosome
  10. a trait that is expressed whenever an allele for it is present
Down
  1. one of the numbered chromosomes, numbered roughly in relation to their sizes
  2. a chance of something
  3. having two identical alleles of a particular gene
  4. If the alleles of a gene are different, one allele will be expressed
  5. through his work on pea plants, discovered the fundamental laws of inheritance
  6. a form of Gene interaction in which both alleles of a gene at a locus are partially expressed
  7. refers to the genetic background
  8. relating to the origin of diverse individuals or kinds by descent from a single ancestral individual or kind
  9. a grid that tells the probability and trait
  10. the genetic constitution of an individual organism
  11. inheritance with two alleles of the same gene are expressed separately to different traits
  12. the offspring of two plants or animals of different species or varieties, such as a mule (a hybrid of a donkey and a horse)
  13. disease when you get high levels of saturated, very long chain fatty acids build in the nervous system and adrenal cortex
  14. determines if you’re a boy or girl
  15. Refers to a trait that is expressed only when genotype is homozygous
  16. having two different alleles of a particular gene
  17. a mixture of proteins and phospholipids forming a whitish insulating sheath around many nerve fibers, increasing the speed at which impulses are conducted

27 Clues: Same alleles • the 23rd chromosome • a chance of something • refers to the genetic background • determines if you’re a boy or girl • having more than one origin or source • a grid that tells the probability and trait • having two identical alleles of a particular gene • having two different alleles of a particular gene • the genetic constitution of an individual organism • ...

Genetics - Lafayette Logan 2024-05-13

Genetics - Lafayette Logan crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The study of genes and heredity
  2. The physical or physiological trait resulting from the expression of a gene
  3. The passing on of traits from parents to offspring
  4. The different forms of a gene that can exist at a specific locus
  5. two identical versions of the same gene
  6. The father of genetics.
  7. relationship between two versions of a gene
  8. A unit of heredity that is transferred from a parent to offspring
  9. genetics The study of how genes influence the behavior of organisms.
Down
  1. the genetic makeup of an organism
  2. two different versions of the same gene
  3. The process by which organisms produce offspring
  4. genetics The study of how genes affect the evolution of organisms
  5. The genetic material in living organisms
  6. a trait that is expressed only when genotype is homozygous

15 Clues: The father of genetics. • The study of genes and heredity • the genetic makeup of an organism • two different versions of the same gene • two identical versions of the same gene • The genetic material in living organisms • relationship between two versions of a gene • The process by which organisms produce offspring • The passing on of traits from parents to offspring • ...

School Vocab for science 2020-12-04

School Vocab for science crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the traits that are passed down from parents
  2. the appearance of a trait
  3. they will show the trait with one dominant allele
  4. difference in a gene that gives you a trait
  5. the genetics look different
Down
  1. the passing of characteristics
  2. only shows if there are two copies
  3. the father of genetics
  4. a diagram used for genetics
  5. genetic makeup of an organism
  6. the genetics are simular

11 Clues: the father of genetics • the genetics are simular • the appearance of a trait • a diagram used for genetics • the genetics look different • genetic makeup of an organism • the passing of characteristics • only shows if there are two copies • difference in a gene that gives you a trait • the traits that are passed down from parents • ...

heredity-1 2021-04-24

heredity-1 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. molecule that carries genetics
  2. physical outcome of a gene
  3. "Father of Genetics"
  4. cross with two genes
  5. alleles have more than to alleles
Down
  1. pass traits from parent to offspring
  2. the type of square we use
  3. a version of a gene
  4. when both alleles are the same
  5. a piece of DNA that codes for a trait
  6. when the alleles are different
  7. both alleles are shown equally
  8. a characteristic
  9. type of plant studied in early genetics

14 Clues: a characteristic • a version of a gene • "Father of Genetics" • cross with two genes • the type of square we use • physical outcome of a gene • molecule that carries genetics • when both alleles are the same • when the alleles are different • both alleles are shown equally • alleles have more than to alleles • pass traits from parent to offspring • ...

Genetics 2016-01-10

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Strong Trait
  2. characteristics passed from parent
  3. Different Alleles
  4. Passing of traits from parents to offspring
  5. Father of Genetics
Down
  1. Physical Appearance
  2. The study of heredity
  3. Same Alleles
  4. Weak Trait
  5. Genetics Make-Up
  6. Different forms of a gene

11 Clues: Weak Trait • Strong Trait • Same Alleles • Genetics Make-Up • Different Alleles • Father of Genetics • Physical Appearance • The study of heredity • Different forms of a gene • characteristics passed from parent • Passing of traits from parents to offspring

Genetics 2023-05-18

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the father of genetics
  2. it is very random but causes a drift
  3. gives you traits
  4. can be known as a nuke for the body
  5. using squares to find traits
  6. it's what made the teenage turtles different
Down
  1. kinda sounds like a wheel
  2. can be referred to as a x
  3. something that DNA gives you
  4. a pool made for genetics
  5. Transfers your amino acids
  6. goes with TRNA but it is 3 of them
  7. a bunch of different genes
  8. similar to DNA but there is one different letter
  9. studies genetics

15 Clues: gives you traits • studies genetics • the father of genetics • a pool made for genetics • kinda sounds like a wheel • can be referred to as a x • Transfers your amino acids • a bunch of different genes • something that DNA gives you • using squares to find traits • goes with TRNA but it is 3 of them • can be known as a nuke for the body • it is very random but causes a drift • ...

Genetics 2012-11-08

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Putting together two different traits toge of the same characteristic. (2 words)
  2. The passing of characteristics from parents to offspring.
  3. The set of alleles that an individual has for a character.
  4. number of generations from the parents.
  5. Genes separate independently from each other. (4 words)
  6. Third generation away from the parents. (2 words)
  7. Developed rules that predicts patterns of heredity. (2 words)
  8. Branch of Biology that focuses on heredity.
Down
  1. What kind of alleles are expressed with lower case letters. (a).
  2. The pairs of homologous chromosomes separate in meiosis so that only one chromosome is present from each parent. (3 words)
  3. An overall inherited physical appearance or behavior from both parents.
  4. The parents are breed for the offspring to have only one characteristic. (2 words)
  5. Second generation of offspring. (2 words)
  6. The physical appearance of a character.
  7. The two Alleles are different. (Aa)
  8. The two alleles are the same. (AA) OR (aa).
  9. Blue eyes is one example of this.
  10. First generation of offspring from the parent. (2 words)
  11. What kind of alleles are expressed with capital letters. (A).

19 Clues: Blue eyes is one example of this. • The two Alleles are different. (Aa) • number of generations from the parents. • The physical appearance of a character. • Second generation of offspring. (2 words) • The two alleles are the same. (AA) OR (aa). • Branch of Biology that focuses on heredity. • Third generation away from the parents. (2 words) • ...

GENETICS 2022-04-08

GENETICS crossword puzzle
Across
  1. of independent assortment which states that a random distribution of alleles occur
  2. a process where gametes are found
  3. an organism with two different alleles for a particular trait
  4. of segregation states that the two alleles for each trait separate during meiosis
  5. a scientists that study heredity and genes
  6. observable characteristic or outward expression of an allele
  7. DNA on chromosomes which are found in the nucleus
  8. over a process during which chromosomal segments are exchanged
  9. decoding the human genome
  10. a process by which one haploid gamete combines with another
Down
  1. chromosomes,chromosomes that make up a pair
  2. heterozygous organisms
  3. a genetic mutation that can be passed on
  4. an organism with two of the same alleles for a particular trait
  5. recombination new combo of genes produced by crossing over and independent assortment
  6. the trait that appear in the f1 generation
  7. the trait that appear in the f1 generation
  8. the occurrence of one or more extra sets of all chromosomes
  9. cells required energy to reproduction
  10. organism's allele in pairs
  11. a cell that contains 2n number of chromosomes

21 Clues: heterozygous organisms • decoding the human genome • organism's allele in pairs • a process where gametes are found • cells required energy to reproduction • a genetic mutation that can be passed on • the trait that appear in the f1 generation • the trait that appear in the f1 generation • a scientists that study heredity and genes • ...

genetics 2023-03-16

genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. recombination /a process by which pieces of DNA are broken and recombined to produce new combinations of alleles
  2. /the union of two gametes
  3. / the presence of a single set of chromosomes in an organism's cells
  4. / a reproductive cell of an animal or plantd
  5. of independent / assortment how different genes independently separate from one another when reproductive cells develop.
  6. chromosome / Two chromosomes in a pair – normally one inherited from the mother and one from the father
  7. / An individual formed by mating between unlike forms, usually genetically differentiated populations or species.
  8. /The presence of two different alleles at a particular gene locus
  9. / the relationship between two versions of a gene
  10. / a study of genes
Down
  1. /The presence of two identical alleles at a particular gene locus
  2. / the production of offspring.
  3. /a scoring of the type of variant present at a given location in the genome
  4. / one of two or more alternative forms of a gene that arise by mutation and are found at the same place on a chromosome.
  5. of segregation /describes how pairs of gene variants are separated into reproductive cells
  6. /having three or more sets of chromosomes
  7. / the presence of two complete sets of chromosomes
  8. /The observable characteristics in an individual resulting from the expression of genes
  9. / The basic unit of heredity passed from parent to child.
  10. / a trait that is expressed only when genotype is homozygous

20 Clues: / a study of genes • /the union of two gametes • / the production of offspring. • /having three or more sets of chromosomes • / a reproductive cell of an animal or plantd • / the relationship between two versions of a gene • / the presence of two complete sets of chromosomes • / The basic unit of heredity passed from parent to child. • ...

Genetics 2024-03-07

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Chance of something happening
  2. Plants studied by Mendel
  3. weak form of gene
  4. HH or hh
  5. Study of heredity
  6. common name for homozygous
  7. Gregor _______ father of genetics
Down
  1. Passing traits from parent to offspring
  2. Gene written in letters
  3. common name for heterozygous
  4. different form of a gene
  5. Gene written in words
  6. 4:0 2:2
  7. science name for baby
  8. strong form of gene
  9. Hh
  10. Segment of DNA for a trait
  11. _________square
  12. Structure that holds the genetic code

19 Clues: Hh • 4:0 2:2 • HH or hh • _________square • weak form of gene • Study of heredity • strong form of gene • Gene written in words • science name for baby • Gene written in letters • different form of a gene • Plants studied by Mendel • Segment of DNA for a trait • common name for homozygous • common name for heterozygous • Chance of something happening • Gregor _______ father of genetics • ...

Unit 4 Vocab 2022-11-17

Unit 4 Vocab crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Reproduction involving only one parent
  2. molecule present in all living cells,determines trait
  3. Structure in nucleus made of DNA
  4. In alleles, the one that is masked
  5. Physical appearance of an organism
  6. Passing of traits from one generation to another
  7. The set of genes carried by organisms: letters
  8. two of the same alleles present in a genotype
  9. Father of Genetics
  10. Characteristic caused by genetics
Down
  1. Different forms of genes
  2. The differences in traits among organisms
  3. Two different alleles present in genotype
  4. Study of how traits are passed to offspring
  5. A specific section of DNA, determines inheritance
  6. A random change in a gene
  7. In alleles, the one that determines the trait
  8. Reproduction involving two parents

18 Clues: Father of Genetics • Different forms of genes • A random change in a gene • Structure in nucleus made of DNA • Characteristic caused by genetics • In alleles, the one that is masked • Physical appearance of an organism • Reproduction involving two parents • Reproduction involving only one parent • The differences in traits among organisms • ...

Genetics 2023-11-20

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a tool used in which a box is made and predictions can be made of offspring
  2. deoxyribose nuceic acid
  3. type of genetics where 2 alleles appear equally
  4. type of genetics where there is a true dominant allele
  5. 2 different alleles
  6. genes in which you MUST have 2 types to show the phenotype of that allele
  7. many genes control one phenotype
Down
  1. different forms of a gene
  2. the physical characteris of an organism
  3. 2 of the SAME alleles
  4. the actual alleles of an organism
  5. know as the "father" of genetics
  6. type of genetics where 2 alleles blend together to make a 3rd phenotype

13 Clues: 2 different alleles • 2 of the SAME alleles • deoxyribose nuceic acid • different forms of a gene • know as the "father" of genetics • many genes control one phenotype • the actual alleles of an organism • the physical characteris of an organism • type of genetics where 2 alleles appear equally • type of genetics where there is a true dominant allele • ...

Genetics 2020-12-03

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. refers to a cell that contains both sets of homologous chromosomes
  2. Homologous chromosomes exchange portions of their chromatins during meiosis
  3. When homologous chromosomes fail to separate during meiosis, this leads to genetic disorders
  4. The genes of an organism for one specific trait, always expressed using 2 letters
  5. RNA codons are decoded into amino acids, using a codon chart
  6. Trait that always shows. Can hide a recessive trait.
  7. The physical appearance of a trait in an organism, what it looks like
  8. three nucleotides on RNA that code for a single amino acid
  9. Cell duplicates it's DNA, Complementary strands
  10. genetic information ,found inside the cell nucleus
Down
  1. Two alleles that are the same for a trait
  2. Discrete version of the same gene
  3. makes up DNA and RNA, backbone (phosphate and sugar); nitrogen base
  4. Two different alleles for a trait
  5. a pair of chromosomes, one from each parent, which carry genes for the same trait
  6. Trait that can be hidden.
  7. process of reduction division in which the number of chromosomes per cell is cut in half through the separation of homologous chromosomes in a diploid cell
  8. refers to a cell that contains only a single set of genes
  9. DNA copied to complementary RNA strand

19 Clues: Trait that can be hidden. • Discrete version of the same gene • Two different alleles for a trait • DNA copied to complementary RNA strand • Two alleles that are the same for a trait • Cell duplicates it's DNA, Complementary strands • genetic information ,found inside the cell nucleus • Trait that always shows. Can hide a recessive trait. • ...

Genetics 2020-11-29

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The study of how characteristics are transmitted from parents to offspring
  2. A cross in which one characteristic is tracked
  3. Having identical alleles
  4. Offspring of the P generation
  5. Offspring of the F1 generation
  6. An alternative form of a gene
  7. The genetic makeup of an organism
  8. An allele that is fully expressed whenever the allele is present in an individual
  9. learned characteristics
Down
  1. Organisms that are true-bred for specific traits
  2. The appearance of an organism
  3. The likelihood that a specific event will occur
  4. A section of DNA that carries the information on how to make one protein
  5. a characteristic
  6. a long thin molecule made up of nucleotides
  7. Used to predict the outcome of genetic crosses
  8. The passing on of genetic characteristics from one generation to another
  9. Having different alleles
  10. An allele that is expressed only when there is no dominant allele present in an individual

19 Clues: a characteristic • learned characteristics • Having identical alleles • Having different alleles • The appearance of an organism • Offspring of the P generation • An alternative form of a gene • Offspring of the F1 generation • The genetic makeup of an organism • a long thin molecule made up of nucleotides • A cross in which one characteristic is tracked • ...

Genetics 2020-04-22

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. process used by reproductive cells to form gametes
  2. may be hidden if a dominant allele is present
  3. the passing on of traits
  4. hybrid with one dominant and one recessive allele
  5. the study of heredity
  6. model used to show all the possible outcomes in a genetic cross
  7. always shows up in the phenotype
  8. an organism's physical appearance
  9. pure bred with two matching alleles
  10. blueprint of life
  11. the genetic makeup or allele combination
Down
  1. different forms of a gene
  2. reproductive cells of an organism
  3. both alleles are expressed
  4. section of DNA that codes for a particular trait
  5. packed sets of DNA
  6. a particular characteristic in an organism
  7. a number that describes how likely it is an event will occur
  8. a monk who is called the Father of Genetics

19 Clues: blueprint of life • packed sets of DNA • the study of heredity • the passing on of traits • different forms of a gene • both alleles are expressed • always shows up in the phenotype • reproductive cells of an organism • an organism's physical appearance • pure bred with two matching alleles • the genetic makeup or allele combination • a particular characteristic in an organism • ...

Genetics 2020-08-29

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. OG Kush & G13
  2. Wedding Cake & Gelato #33
  3. OGKB & Mendo Montage
  4. Chemdog #4 & Tres Dawg
  5. Clementine & Purple Punch
  6. Tangie & Lemon Skunk
  7. Skunk #1 & Afghani
  8. Afghani & Blackberry
  9. GDP & OG Kush
  10. GDP & Durban Poison
Down
  1. Strawberry Diesel & OG Kush
  2. GSC & Tangie
  3. Chemdog & SFV OG
  4. South Asian & Jamacian Landraces
  5. California Orange & Skunk
  6. Trainwreck & Hawaiian
  7. Cinderella 99 & Vortex
  8. Cherry Pie & Tangie
  9. Sunset Sherbet & Thin Mint GSC

19 Clues: GSC & Tangie • OG Kush & G13 • GDP & OG Kush • Chemdog & SFV OG • Skunk #1 & Afghani • Cherry Pie & Tangie • GDP & Durban Poison • OGKB & Mendo Montage • Tangie & Lemon Skunk • Afghani & Blackberry • Trainwreck & Hawaiian • Chemdog #4 & Tres Dawg • Cinderella 99 & Vortex • Wedding Cake & Gelato #33 • California Orange & Skunk • Clementine & Purple Punch • Strawberry Diesel & OG Kush • ...

genetics 2022-03-28

genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. also known as cell division
  2. name of trait that "hides"
  3. type of letter you use for dominant
  4. name of trait that "overpowers"
  5. the passing of traits from parents to offspring
  6. an organism's physical appearance
  7. an organism's combination of inherited genes
  8. the study of heredity
  9. a long strand of genetic material
  10. different forms of a gene
Down
  1. a threadlike structure of nucleic acids and protein found in the nucleus
  2. when humans breed together organisms with desired traits
  3. an exact copy of the parent forms a new individual
  4. both alleles are the same
  5. a chart that determines which traits the offspring will have
  6. two different alleles
  7. a unit of DNA that is usually located on a chromosome
  8. this person discovered heredity and experimented with pea plants
  9. type of letter you use for recessive

19 Clues: two different alleles • the study of heredity • both alleles are the same • different forms of a gene • name of trait that "hides" • also known as cell division • name of trait that "overpowers" • an organism's physical appearance • a long strand of genetic material • type of letter you use for dominant • type of letter you use for recessive • ...

Genetics 2022-03-29

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Where your genes are stored
  2. the copy of chromosomes
  3. Shows what you look like
  4. Female reproductive cell
  5. A abnormally looking human/animal
  6. Where all genetic information is stored
  7. What Mendel practiced on
  8. A structure made up of DNA and is in the nucleus
  9. combining the male and female cells
  10. Male reproductive cell
Down
  1. Discovered the ways reproduction actually worked
  2. Having two of the same alleles tt
  3. Dolly was _____ to be exactly like her mother
  4. A trait that is covers up the other
  5. A newborn child/animal
  6. What your parents passed down to you
  7. The basic unit of inheritance
  8. A trait that gets covered up by the other
  9. Having two different alleles Tt

19 Clues: A newborn child/animal • Male reproductive cell • the copy of chromosomes • Shows what you look like • Female reproductive cell • What Mendel practiced on • Where your genes are stored • The basic unit of inheritance • Having two different alleles Tt • Having two of the same alleles tt • A abnormally looking human/animal • A trait that is covers up the other • ...

Genetics 2021-12-01

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The basic physical and functional unit of heredity made up of DNA
  2. two identical alleles at a particular gene
  3. A characteristic of an organism; can be genetic or acquired
  4. a variation of a gene that will produce a certain phenotype, even in the presence of other alleles
  5. Square, a helpful tool that helps to predict the variations and probabilities that can come from cross breeding
  6. having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes.
  7. the set of observable characteristics of an individual
  8. A change or damage in the DNA that permanently alters the genetic message that the gene carries
  9. Variation, The variety of gene combinations that exist within a population
  10. The basic structural and functional unit of living organisms
  11. Reproduction, The reproductive process involving two parents whose genetic material is combined to produce a new organism different from themselves
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  1. A single, highly organized and structured piece of DNA
  2. the genetic makeup of an organism
  3. Different forms or versions of something
  4. Biomolecules made up of amino acids and found in all living cells that perform bodily functions
  5. the carrier of genetic information
  6. one of two or more alternative forms of a gene that arise by mutation and are found at the same place on a chromosome
  7. a trait that is expressed only when genotype is homozygous
  8. Producing or promoting a favorable result; advantageous

19 Clues: the genetic makeup of an organism • the carrier of genetic information • Different forms or versions of something • two identical alleles at a particular gene • A single, highly organized and structured piece of DNA • the set of observable characteristics of an individual • Producing or promoting a favorable result; advantageous • ...

Genetics 2017-07-29

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Discrete version of the same gene
  2. genetic information ,found inside the cell nucleus
  3. three nucleotides on RNA that code for a single amino acid
  4. Cell duplicates it's DNA, Complementary strands
  5. Two alleles that are the same for a trait
  6. Trait that always shows. Can hide a recessive trait.
  7. When homologous chromosomes fail to separate during meiosis, this leads to genetic disorders
  8. a pair of chromosomes, one from each parent, which carry genes for the same trait
Down
  1. DNA copied to complementary RNA strand
  2. Two different alleles for a trait
  3. makes up DNA and RNA, backbone (phosphate and sugar); nitrogen base
  4. Homologous chromosomes exchange portions of their chromatins during meiosis
  5. The genes of an organism for one specific trait, always expressed using 2 letters
  6. process of reduction division in which the number of chromosomes per cell is cut in half through the separation of homologous chromosomes in a diploid cell
  7. RNA codons are decoded into amino acids, using a codon chart
  8. refers to a cell that contains both sets of homologous chromosomes
  9. The physical appearance of a trait in an organism, what it looks like
  10. refers to a cell that contains only a single set of genes
  11. Trait that can be hidden.

19 Clues: Trait that can be hidden. • Two different alleles for a trait • Discrete version of the same gene • DNA copied to complementary RNA strand • Two alleles that are the same for a trait • Cell duplicates it's DNA, Complementary strands • genetic information ,found inside the cell nucleus • Trait that always shows. Can hide a recessive trait. • ...

Genetics 2023-11-08

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Parent generation.
  2. Error in meiosis in which homologous chromosomes fail to separate.
  3. A segment of DNA on a chromosome that codes for a specific trait
  4. An organism that has two identical alleles for a trait (Same letters, pure bread.)
  5. Situation in which one allele is not completely dominant over another allele
  6. Offspring of the F1 generation
  7. genetic makeup of an organism, (the letters)
  8. An allele that is always expressed
  9. Different Forms of a gene
  10. containing two complete sets of chromosomes, one from each parent.
Down
  1. A condition in which neither of two alleles of a gene is dominant or recessive.
  2. Genes located on the same chromosome that tend to be inherited together in genetic crosses.
  3. Offspring of the P generation
  4. change in a DNA sequence that affects genetic information
  5. Regular chromosome or body chromosome
  6. A chemical or physical agent that interacts with DNA and causes a mutation.
  7. A segment of DNA on a chromosome that codes for a specific trait
  8. Location of a gene on a chromosome
  9. A threadlike, gene-carrying structure found in the nucleus. Humans have 23 pairs
  10. having two different alleles for a trait (two different letters)

20 Clues: Parent generation. • Different Forms of a gene • Offspring of the P generation • Offspring of the F1 generation • Location of a gene on a chromosome • An allele that is always expressed • Regular chromosome or body chromosome • genetic makeup of an organism, (the letters) • change in a DNA sequence that affects genetic information • ...

Genetics 2024-03-21

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the type of allele that can be overshadowed and stay "hidden" in a population
  2. refers to the genes that an organism has
  3. proteins are made of chains of these
  4. having one copy of each chromosome (sperm and egg cells are this)
  5. having two of the same alleles for a gene
  6. the process by which sperm and egg cells are made
  7. a portion of DNA that codes for a specific protein
  8. having two copies of each chromosome
Down
  1. refers to the way that the genes are expressed (i.e. physical appearance)
  2. true or false: the dominant trait is always more common in the population
  3. having two different alleles for a gene
  4. a type of allele that overshadows recessive alleles
  5. humans have 23 pairs of these
  6. the percent chance that a homozygous dominant parent and a homozygous recessive parent will have a homozygous recessive child
  7. the last name of the monk who discovered genetics
  8. a ________ square can be used to predict traits in offspring
  9. the percent chance that a homozygous recessive parent and a heterozygous parent will have a heterozygous child
  10. the molecule that contains genetic information
  11. the type of plant that Gregor Mendel worked with

19 Clues: humans have 23 pairs of these • proteins are made of chains of these • having two copies of each chromosome • having two different alleles for a gene • refers to the genes that an organism has • having two of the same alleles for a gene • the molecule that contains genetic information • the type of plant that Gregor Mendel worked with • ...

Genetics 2024-03-26

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. where amino acids assemble to make protein
  2. replaces thymine on RNA strands
  3. pairs carry alleles for the same trait.
  4. over ruling trait
  5. must have two of these to be shown
  6. one dominant and one recessive
  7. found in the chromsome and is variation a gene
  8. characteristics that you can see
  9. may result in the production of abnormal proteins that do not function correctly because of their improper shape
  10. is a technique used to separate fragments of cut DNA according to size.
  11. double helix taht hold all our genetics
Down
  1. produces animals and plants with desired traits
  2. is complementary to Guanine
  3. contains the chromosomes
  4. carries the genetic code to ribosomes.
  5. having 2 identical alleles
  6. are used to cut and copy the DNA segments.
  7. switching bases
  8. adding bases

19 Clues: adding bases • switching bases • over ruling trait • contains the chromosomes • having 2 identical alleles • is complementary to Guanine • one dominant and one recessive • replaces thymine on RNA strands • characteristics that you can see • must have two of these to be shown • carries the genetic code to ribosomes. • pairs carry alleles for the same trait. • ...

Genetics 2022-05-11

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. An expressed trait
  2. Plants used for studying heredity by Gregor Mendel
  3. Homozygous line of offsprings
  4. What do humans have 23 pairs of?
  5. heterozygote (A as letters)
  6. Who proposed a model for the structure of DNA in 1953?
  7. CAC
  8. An allele that overshadows the other one
  9. The study of heredity
Down
  1. Gene composition of a living organism
  2. Two different paired alleles
  3. The flow of information from DNA to protein
  4. The overshadowed allele
  5. AUG
  6. Two identical paired alleles
  7. One strand of deoxyribonucleic acid
  8. homozygote (B as letters)
  9. GCU
  10. UGA
  11. recessive homozygote (C as letters)

20 Clues: AUG • GCU • CAC • UGA • An expressed trait • The study of heredity • The overshadowed allele • homozygote (B as letters) • heterozygote (A as letters) • Two different paired alleles • Two identical paired alleles • Homozygous line of offsprings • What do humans have 23 pairs of? • One strand of deoxyribonucleic acid • recessive homozygote (C as letters) • Gene composition of a living organism • ...

Genetics 2022-05-05

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. are thread-like structure that are made up of a long molecule of DNA
  2. a genetic cross between parents that have different alleles for one particular gene
  3. different form of the same gene
  4. Physical appearance of an organism
  5. Inheritance that produce a heterozygote with a phenotype that is intermediate or in between the phenotypes of the homozygote parent
  6. allele that is masked by the presence of a dominant allele and can only appear phenotypically if homozygous
Down
  1. number of chromosomes in the cell (46n)
  2. Occurs when the contribution of both alleles are visible in phenotype
  3. individual has different alleles for a particular gene
  4. position of a gene on a chromosome
  5. Physical appearance of an organism
  6. section of DNA that contains the information for a particular genetic characteristics
  7. variation - complete range of characteristics from one extreme to another
  8. Genetic make –up of an organism
  9. Refers to the difference in characteristics between individual of the same species
  10. process of choosing individual with desirable characteristics in order breed offspring that may inherit their desire characteristics
  11. reappearance of an ancestral characteristics after it has apparently not come to light for few generation
  12. transfer of characteristics(such as height, colour)from parent to their offspring
  13. diagram used to work out how gametes can combine in a genetic cross
  14. one or more nucleotide based are removed from the gene sequence

20 Clues: Genetic make –up of an organism • different form of the same gene • position of a gene on a chromosome • Physical appearance of an organism • Physical appearance of an organism • number of chromosomes in the cell (46n) • individual has different alleles for a particular gene • one or more nucleotide based are removed from the gene sequence • ...

Genetics 2022-05-18

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the female reproductive cell
  2. within the nucleus of eukaryotic cells composed of chromatin and visible at cell division (condensed chromatin)
  3. making productive by adding nutrients
  4. the genetic make-up (the assemblage of alleles) of an individual
  5. a heterozygous individual not expressing a recessive trait but capable of passing it on to its offspring
  6. alternative forms of a gene
  7. a region of DNA located on a chromosome that specifies a trait
  8. the scientific study of genes and heredity
  9. a change or alteration in form or qualities
Down
  1. possessing a pair of identical alleles for a particular gene
  2. the production of new organisms by the combination of genetic information of two individuals of different sexes
  3. an allele that is only expressed when the organism is homozygous for that allele and not expressed when heterozygous (when paired with a dominant allele)
  4. the physical or chemical expression of an organisms genes
  5. the generation that supplies gametes to the filial generation.
  6. an allele that is always expressed when present, regardless of whether the organism is homozygous or heterozygous for that gene
  7. the generation that receives gametes from the parental generation
  8. material that carries genetic information in a cell
  9. the male reproductive cell
  10. possessing a pair of unlike alleles for a particular gene

19 Clues: the male reproductive cell • alternative forms of a gene • the female reproductive cell • making productive by adding nutrients • the scientific study of genes and heredity • a change or alteration in form or qualities • material that carries genetic information in a cell • the physical or chemical expression of an organisms genes • ...

Barbara McClintock 2022-05-29

Barbara McClintock crossword puzzle
Across
  1. received this prize for her work
  2. McClintock compared to this scientist
  3. corn goes through this process
  4. attended college this to study genetics
  5. when her work was appreciated in her career
  6. maize corn has this color
Down
  1. what number women to Nobel prize
  2. used this plant to study genetics
  3. exchange genetic information
  4. different colored corn has different
  5. uncommon to see these in science
  6. played a significant role in the advancement of
  7. studied at this university
  8. studied how traits are passed on to

14 Clues: maize corn has this color • studied at this university • exchange genetic information • corn goes through this process • what number women to Nobel prize • received this prize for her work • uncommon to see these in science • used this plant to study genetics • studied how traits are passed on to • different colored corn has different • McClintock compared to this scientist • ...

genetics 2021-10-21

genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. proteins that code for a trait
  2. carries the genetic instructions for cells
  3. only expressed when the dominant is absent
  4. two identical daughter cells are created
  5. male gamete
  6. when a female gamete and male gamete come together
  7. collection of genes responsible for the various genetic traits
  8. female gamete
  9. always expressed
  10. a chart that shows all possible genotypes
Down
  1. unique 4 daughter cells are created
  2. different types of genes
  3. two identical alleles
  4. a chart that shows inheritance from three or more generations
  5. two different alleles
  6. physical characteristics
  7. a change in the sequence of DNA
  8. A and T, G and C
  9. the differences between individuals

19 Clues: male gamete • female gamete • A and T, G and C • always expressed • two identical alleles • two different alleles • different types of genes • physical characteristics • proteins that code for a trait • a change in the sequence of DNA • unique 4 daughter cells are created • the differences between individuals • two identical daughter cells are created • ...

Genetics 2022-02-13

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Genetic makeup in letters.
  2. The study of Heredity.
  3. Law where pairs of alleles separate during meiosis so that each egg or sperm gets only 1 of each allele.
  4. A cross where two traits are observed.
  5. To have 2 different alleles, commonly referred to as hybrids.
  6. Shows all possible combinations of alleles in a cross.
  7. Both alleles are expressed in the heterozygote.
  8. Expressed only if homozygous.
  9. A genetically determined characteristic.
  10. Expressed when in presence of recessive allele.
  11. Used to track certain diseases or traits that are passed from generation to generation.
  12. Different forms of a gene.
Down
  1. To have 2 of the same allele, commonly referred to as purebreds.
  2. A cross where one trait is observed.
  3. Experimented with traits in garden pea plants to determine basic patterns of inheritance.
  4. Neither allele of the pair is dominant, they blend and display a new trait, just like paint.
  5. When the trait shows a wide range of varieties.
  6. Physical expression of a gene.
  7. When gene for trait is on an autosome.

19 Clues: The study of Heredity. • Genetic makeup in letters. • Different forms of a gene. • Expressed only if homozygous. • Physical expression of a gene. • A cross where one trait is observed. • A cross where two traits are observed. • When gene for trait is on an autosome. • A genetically determined characteristic. • When the trait shows a wide range of varieties. • ...

Genetics 2022-02-13

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Shows all possible combinations of alleles in a cross.
  2. To have 2 of the same allele, commonly referred to as purebreds.
  3. Used to track certain diseases or traits that are passed from generation to generation.
  4. Neither allele of the pair is dominant, they blend and display a new trait, just like paint.
  5. A genetically determined characteristic.
  6. Different forms of a gene.
  7. Expressed only if homozygous.
  8. Genetic makeup in letters.
Down
  1. To have 2 different alleles, commonly referred to as hybrids.
  2. Law where pairs of alleles separate during meiosis so that each egg or sperm gets only 1 of each allele.
  3. Physical expression of a gene.
  4. When gene for trait is on an autosome.
  5. Both alleles are expressed in the heterozygote.
  6. A cross where one trait is observed.
  7. When the trait shows a wide range of varieties.
  8. A cross where two traits are observed.
  9. Expressed when in presence of recessive allele.
  10. Experimented with traits in garden pea plants to determine basic patterns of inheritance.
  11. The study of Heredity.

19 Clues: The study of Heredity. • Different forms of a gene. • Genetic makeup in letters. • Expressed only if homozygous. • Physical expression of a gene. • A cross where one trait is observed. • When gene for trait is on an autosome. • A cross where two traits are observed. • A genetically determined characteristic. • Both alleles are expressed in the heterozygote. • ...

Genetics 2023-01-31

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a set of 3 nucleotides on the mRNA
  2. organisms that reproduce sexually (like humans) fuse the genetic information (gametes) from two parents to produce offspring that are a genetic mixture of both parents
  3. two types of nucleic acids
  4. Carry the code/instructions out of
  5. Make up nucleic acids (the monomer)
  6. sections of DNA that serve as the blueprint/instructions for making proteins
  7. monomer(building block)for making proteins, held together by peptide bonds
  8. 2 identical copies of the
  9. the process of cell division that makes gametes in the gonads (ovaries in females, testes
Down
  1. chromosome pairs that have the same types of genes
  2. “complementary” 3 nucleotides on tRNA
  3. 2 full sets of chromosomes
  4. Read/follow the instructions carried on the mRNA to make a polypeptide
  5. males)
  6. nucleus
  7. chromosome
  8. Proteins carry out all cellular activity.
  9. tightly coiled strands of DNA
  10. 1 full set of chromosomes

19 Clues: males) • nucleus • chromosome • 2 identical copies of the • 1 full set of chromosomes • two types of nucleic acids • 2 full sets of chromosomes • tightly coiled strands of DNA • a set of 3 nucleotides on the mRNA • Carry the code/instructions out of • Make up nucleic acids (the monomer) • “complementary” 3 nucleotides on tRNA • Proteins carry out all cellular activity. • ...

Genetics 2020-03-18

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. 1:2
  2. lower case letter
  3. past down
  4. square 4 squared table
  5. appearance of a trait
  6. Mix or blend ; 3 phenotypes
  7. types AB,A,B,O
  8. parental generation
Down
  1. characteristic
  2. several forms of a gene
  3. single trait influenced by many genes
  4. basic unit of heredity
  5. homozygous trait
  6. upper case letter
  7. both alleles expressed equally; 3 phenotypes
  8. after generation 1
  9. Tt
  10. A diagram that shows the inheritance of a trait through generations. It looks like a "family tree" that shows the inheritance of the trait.
  11. genetic makeup
  12. TT

20 Clues: Tt • TT • 1:2 • past down • characteristic • genetic makeup • types AB,A,B,O • homozygous trait • lower case letter • upper case letter • after generation 1 • parental generation • appearance of a trait • basic unit of heredity • several forms of a gene • Mix or blend ; 3 phenotypes • square 4 squared table • single trait influenced by many genes • both alleles expressed equally; 3 phenotypes • ...

Genetics 2024-05-09

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A tool that can show in inherited traits
  2. A section on chromosome that has genetic info on one trait
  3. Dominant, A genotype (BB) in which both alleles are dominant
  4. occur during cell mitosis or meiosis when DNA is being copied
  5. when some organisms such as fungi releases spores(Tiny balls of cells) that can grow into new organisms
  6. reproduction, occurs when two parents mix genes in order to produce offspring. They are not identical
  7. An organisms physical appearance based on genotype
  8. An organism that has inherited recessive alleles for a genetic trait or mutation but usually does not display that trait
  9. reproduction, occurs when one parent creates a genetically exact copy of itself
Down
  1. Some animals are capable of producing offspring without mating (rare)
  2. Thread like structure that contains genetics
  3. The genetic makeup of an organism
  4. Type of cell division where the cell divides into two copies
  5. A piece of an organism developes into a limb grown copy
  6. Some plants can send out runners that sprout daughter plants
  7. recessive, a genotype in (bb) which both allels are recessive
  8. the variation of a gene
  9. occurs when a second organism develops from an outgrowth of the original
  10. of mutations, can cause diseases and conditions, but are also key in the development of new traits or even new species
  11. A specific characteristic, such as seed shape or flower color

20 Clues: the variation of a gene • The genetic makeup of an organism • A tool that can show in inherited traits • Thread like structure that contains genetics • An organisms physical appearance based on genotype • A piece of an organism developes into a limb grown copy • A section on chromosome that has genetic info on one trait • ...

Genetics 2024-02-13

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Substances like radiation, tobacco smoke, andcertain chemicals that increase one's cancer.
  2. When a large portion of the population dies, and the frequency changed dramatically.
  3. An organisms full set of genetic information coded in its DNA.
  4. A mutated cell begins to divide uncontrollably.
  5. Sum of all alleles that a population can possess.
  6. A physical or chemical substance that changes genetic structure.
  7. Small, circular DNA molecules that function like chromosomes.
  8. A failure of the chromosome to separate.
Down
  1. When just one nucleotide basee changes in the DNA chain.
  2. The base shifts the whole codon.
  3. A small population moves to a new area and allele frequency changes as this smaller group starts a new popuation.
  4. Ebb of genetic material in a population.
  5. Tipes of chromosomes, that don't usually participate in crossing over.
  6. Process of using fragments of DNA to identify individuals.
  7. Change in allele frequency based on random events.
  8. Cells with three or more full sets of chromosomes.
  9. Range of Genotype differences between individuals from the same gene pool.
  10. Determining the order of nucleotides in an organism's DNA.
  11. Malignant tumors are one form of this.

19 Clues: The base shifts the whole codon. • Malignant tumors are one form of this. • Ebb of genetic material in a population. • A failure of the chromosome to separate. • A mutated cell begins to divide uncontrollably. • Sum of all alleles that a population can possess. • Change in allele frequency based on random events. • Cells with three or more full sets of chromosomes. • ...

Genetics 2024-11-26

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The organelle our DNA can be found in.
  2. Another word used for heterozygous.
  3. A is an example of a ____________ trait.
  4. Each parent gives _________ chromosomes to their child. This is why we have 2 genes for each trait.
  5. What do the letters on the outside of the punnett square represent?
  6. The term used for physical characteristics.
  7. This organelle process and packages the protein made from our DNA.
  8. A heterozygous tongue roller mates with a homozygous recessive tongue roller. What percent of the children should be non-tongue rollers?
  9. the letters that represent a trait (Aa) are called the __________.
  10. Our genes are passed on when we make egg/sperm in a process called _________.
  11. Aa is an example of a __________ trait.
  12. Two heterozygous brown rabbits mate. What percent of their offspring should be white?
Down
  1. DNA is found on this structure in our cells
  2. A homozygous dominant tongue roller mates with a homozygous recessive non tongue roller. What percent of their kids should be able to roll their tongues?
  3. a is an example of a ____________ trait.
  4. aa is an example of a ___________ recessive trait.
  5. Another word we can use for homozygous
  6. genetics is used to guide the ribosome to make the correct ________.
  7. Two heterozygous tongue rollers mate. What percent of their children should be tongue rollers?
  8. What do the letters on the inside of the punnett square represent?

20 Clues: Another word used for heterozygous. • The organelle our DNA can be found in. • Another word we can use for homozygous • Aa is an example of a __________ trait. • A is an example of a ____________ trait. • a is an example of a ____________ trait. • DNA is found on this structure in our cells • The term used for physical characteristics. • ...

Genetics 2020-10-15

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. inherited different forms of a particular gene from each parent
  2. thread-like structure
  3. a specific, fixed position on a chromosome where a particular gene or genetic marker is located.
  4. relationship between two versions of a gene
  5. offspring resulting from combining the qualities of two organisms of different breeds
  6. difference in DNA among individuals
  7. basic unit of hereditary
  8. diagram used to predict the genotypes of a particular cross or breeding
  9. character change due to environmental impact
  10. individual inherits the same DNA for a gene from both their biological mother father
  11. how common an allele is in a population
Down
  1. relationship between two versions of a gene
  2. less strongly inherited
  3. strongly inherited
  4. to or more versions of a gene
  5. characteristic received from a parent
  6. sexual reproduction that produces offspring
  7. individual's collection of genes
  8. not mixed or altered
  9. individual's observable traits

20 Clues: strongly inherited • not mixed or altered • thread-like structure • less strongly inherited • basic unit of hereditary • to or more versions of a gene • individual's observable traits • individual's collection of genes • difference in DNA among individuals • characteristic received from a parent • how common an allele is in a population • ...

Genetics 2020-03-18

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. homozygous trait
  2. parental generation
  3. lower case letter
  4. A diagram that shows the inheritance of a trait through generations. It looks like a "family tree" that shows the inheritance of the trait.
  5. types AB,A,B,O
  6. Mix or blend ; 3 phenotypes
  7. genetic makeup
  8. characteristic
  9. upper case letter
Down
  1. past down
  2. 1:2
  3. basic unit of heredity
  4. several forms of a gene
  5. single trait influenced by many genes
  6. after generation 1
  7. Tt
  8. both alleles expressed equally; 3 phenotypes
  9. TT
  10. square 4 squared table
  11. appearance of trait

20 Clues: Tt • TT • 1:2 • past down • types AB,A,B,O • genetic makeup • characteristic • homozygous trait • lower case letter • upper case letter • after generation 1 • parental generation • appearance of trait • basic unit of heredity • several forms of a gene • Mix or blend ; 3 phenotypes • square 4 squared table • single trait influenced by many genes • both alleles expressed equally; 3 phenotypes • ...

genetics 2023-03-16

genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. / An individual formed by mating between unlike forms, usually genetically differentiated populations or species.
  2. /the union of two gametes
  3. /having three or more sets of chromosomes
  4. / The basic unit of heredity passed from parent to child.
  5. / a study of genes
  6. / one of two or more alternative forms of a gene that arise by mutation and are found at the same place on a chromosome.
  7. / a trait that is expressed only when genotype is homozygous
  8. /The observable characteristics in an individual resulting from the expression of genes
  9. the presence of two complete sets of chromosomes
  10. recombination /a process by which pieces of DNA are broken and recombined to produce new combinations of alleles
  11. the presence of a single set of chromosomes in an organism's cells
  12. /The presence of two identical alleles at a particular gene locus
Down
  1. / the relationship between two versions of a gene
  2. /The presence of two different alleles at a particular gene locus
  3. chromosome / Two chromosomes in a pair – normally one inherited from the mother and one from the father
  4. of segregation /describes how pairs of gene variants are separated into reproductive cells
  5. /a scoring of the type of variant present at a given location in the genome
  6. / the production of offspring.
  7. / a reproductive cell of an animal or plantd
  8. of independent / assortment how different genes independently separate from one another when reproductive cells develop.

20 Clues: / a study of genes • /the union of two gametes • / the production of offspring. • /having three or more sets of chromosomes • / a reproductive cell of an animal or plantd • the presence of two complete sets of chromosomes • / the relationship between two versions of a gene • / The basic unit of heredity passed from parent to child. • ...

Genetics 2023-05-16

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A gene that is chosen over Recessive is ____
  2. Eye color, hair color, and height are all examples of ____
  3. Two ____s make up a chromosome
  4. A characteristic passed down is a ____
  5. Cell division is called ____
  6. A reproduction cell is a ____
  7. A purebred specimen is ____
  8. A difference in genes between specimens is called ____
  9. A threadlike thing found in living organisms carrying genetic information is called ____
Down
  1. The building block of proteins is ____
  2. When DNA doesn’t copy right it is a ____
  3. Features that are passed down are ____
  4. A ____ is passed down from organism to offspring and is determines the genotype and phenotype
  5. A gene that is chosen over Dominant is ____
  6. A cell that copies its self is called ____
  7. A specimen with both dominant and recessive traits is called ____
  8. The gene “blue print” is called a ____
  9. One molecule made up of amino acids is ____
  10. The physical features of a body is called a ____

19 Clues: A purebred specimen is ____ • Cell division is called ____ • A reproduction cell is a ____ • Two ____s make up a chromosome • The building block of proteins is ____ • Features that are passed down are ____ • A characteristic passed down is a ____ • The gene “blue print” is called a ____ • When DNA doesn’t copy right it is a ____ • A cell that copies its self is called ____ • ...

Genetics 2022-05-05

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Refers to the difference in characteristics between individual of the same species
  2. variation - complete range of characteristics from one extreme to another
  3. diagram used to work out how gametes can combine in a genetic cross
  4. allele that is masked by the presence of a dominant allele and can only appear phenotypically if homozygous
  5. process of choosing individual with desirable characteristics in order breed offspring that may inherit their desire characteristics
  6. one or more nucleotide based are removed from the gene sequence
  7. section of DNA that contains the information for a particular genetic characteristics
Down
  1. number of chromosomes in the cell (46n)
  2. Physical appearance of an organism
  3. are thread-like structure that are made up of a long molecule of DNA
  4. Occurs when the contribution of both alleles are visible in phenotype
  5. Inheritance that produce a heterozygote with a phenotype that is intermediate or in between the phenotypes of the homozygote parent
  6. position of a gene on a chromosome
  7. different form of the same gene
  8. reappearance of an ancestral characteristics after it has apparently not come to light for few generation
  9. a genetic cross between parents that have different alleles for one particular gene
  10. Genetic make –up of an organism
  11. individual has different alleles for a particular gene
  12. transfer of characteristics(such as height, colour)from parent to their offspring

19 Clues: different form of the same gene • Genetic make –up of an organism • Physical appearance of an organism • position of a gene on a chromosome • number of chromosomes in the cell (46n) • individual has different alleles for a particular gene • one or more nucleotide based are removed from the gene sequence • ...

Genetics 2024-01-18

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The study of how characteristics are transmitted from parents to offspring
  2. A cross in which one characteristic is tracked
  3. Having identical alleles
  4. Offspring of the P generation
  5. Offspring of the F1 generation
  6. An alternative form of a gene
  7. The genetic makeup of an organism
  8. An allele that is fully expressed whenever the allele is present in an individual
  9. learned characteristics
Down
  1. The original pair of parents at the start of a genetic cross
  2. The appearance of an organism
  3. The likelihood that a specific event will occur
  4. A section of DNA that carries the information on how to make one protein
  5. a characteristic
  6. a long thin molecule made up of nucleotides
  7. Used to predict the outcome of genetic crosses
  8. The passing on of genetic characteristics from one generation to another
  9. Having different alleles
  10. An allele that is expressed only when there is no dominant allele present in an individual

19 Clues: a characteristic • learned characteristics • Having identical alleles • Having different alleles • The appearance of an organism • Offspring of the P generation • An alternative form of a gene • Offspring of the F1 generation • The genetic makeup of an organism • a long thin molecule made up of nucleotides • A cross in which one characteristic is tracked • ...

Nature and Nurture 2022-01-21

Nature and Nurture crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Identical.
  2. Nature
  3. Culture
  4. Environment
  5. Genetics
Down
  1. Fraternal
  2. Influence
  3. Genes
  4. Brain
  5. Nurture
  6. Traits

11 Clues: Genes • Brain • Nature • Traits • Nurture • Culture • Genetics • Fraternal • Influence • Identical. • Environment

Genetics Vocabulary 2024-12-10

Genetics Vocabulary crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A characteristic of an organism
  2. Alleles represented by a capital letter
  3. A section of DNA responsible for coding proteins
  4. When pollen gets transfered from plant to plant
  5. Observable trait
  6. A non-purebred has alleles that are
  7. The chances of receiving a combination of alleles
  8. Alleles represented by a lower case letter
  9. The father of Genetics
  10. Genetics is the study of
Down
  1. The letters that represent variations of a gene
  2. deoxyribonucleic acid
  3. A purebred's alleles are
  4. Genetic information that describes the trait in alleles
  5. A diagram that predicts the possible outcomes of a genetic cross
  6. Mendel learned about genetics through years of studying this

16 Clues: Observable trait • deoxyribonucleic acid • The father of Genetics • A purebred's alleles are • Genetics is the study of • A characteristic of an organism • A non-purebred has alleles that are • Alleles represented by a capital letter • Alleles represented by a lower case letter • The letters that represent variations of a gene • When pollen gets transfered from plant to plant • ...

Genetics! 2021-01-10

Genetics! crossword puzzle
Across
  1. of dominance . states that some traits of an organism are observed and mask the recessive trait.
  2. . the way an organism looks or behaves.
  3. . changes in the nucleotide sequence of DNA.
  4. . genetically determined characteristics.
  5. the allele combination is different (Hh)
  6. . alleles that are always expressed.
  7. . both alleles in the heterozygous genotype are expressed.
  8. . portion of DNA that codes for a specific trait.
Down
  1. alleles . more than two forms of the same gene.
  2. dominance . neither allele is completely dominate.
  3. . alleles that are only seen in a homozygous state.
  4. of Segregation . states that every organism has two alleles of each gene and when gametes are produced, that alleles separate.
  5. mutation . inserting or deleting one or more nucleotides.
  6. Mutation . change in a single nucleotide.
  7. . the allele combination is the same (HH, hh)
  8. traits . 2 or more genes express a wide range of phenotypes.
  9. of independent assortment . states that genes for different traits are inherited independently of each other.
  10. . occurs when a gene sequence is repeated.
  11. . different forms of a gene
  12. . the allele combination.

20 Clues: . the allele combination. • . different forms of a gene • . alleles that are always expressed. • . the way an organism looks or behaves. • the allele combination is different (Hh) • . occurs when a gene sequence is repeated. • . genetically determined characteristics. • . changes in the nucleotide sequence of DNA. • Mutation . change in a single nucleotide. • ...

GENETICS 2022-04-08

GENETICS crossword puzzle
Across
  1. of independent assortment which states that a random distribution of alleles occur
  2. a process where gametes are found
  3. an organism with two different alleles for a particular trait
  4. of segregation states that the two alleles for each trait separate during meiosis
  5. a scientists that study heredity and genes
  6. observable characteristic or outward expression of an allele
  7. DNA on chromosomes which are found in the nucleus
  8. over a process during which chromosomal segments are exchanged
  9. decoding the human genome
  10. a process by which one haploid gamete combines with another
Down
  1. chromosomes,chromosomes that make up a pair
  2. heterozygous organisms
  3. a genetic mutation that can be passed on
  4. an organism with two of the same alleles for a particular trait
  5. recombination new combo of genes produced by crossing over and independent assortment
  6. the trait that appear in the f1 generation
  7. the trait that appear in the f1 generation
  8. the occurrence of one or more extra sets of all chromosomes
  9. cells required energy to reproduction
  10. organism's allele in pairs
  11. a cell that contains 2n number of chromosomes

21 Clues: heterozygous organisms • decoding the human genome • organism's allele in pairs • a process where gametes are found • cells required energy to reproduction • a genetic mutation that can be passed on • the trait that appear in the f1 generation • the trait that appear in the f1 generation • a scientists that study heredity and genes • ...

Genetics 2022-01-03

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The study of how characteristics are transmitted from parents to offspring
  2. A cross in which one characteristic is tracked
  3. Having identical alleles
  4. Offspring of the P generation
  5. Offspring of the F1 generation
  6. An alternative form of a gene
  7. The genetic makeup of an organism
  8. An allele that is fully expressed whenever the allele is present in an individual
  9. learned characteristics
Down
  1. Organisms that are true-bred for specific traits
  2. The appearance of an organism
  3. The likelihood that a specific event will occur
  4. A section of DNA that carries the information on how to make one protein
  5. a characteristic
  6. a long thin molecule made up of nucleotides
  7. Used to predict the outcome of genetic crosses
  8. The passing on of genetic characteristics from one generation to another
  9. Having different alleles
  10. An allele that is expressed only when there is no dominant allele present in an individual

19 Clues: a characteristic • learned characteristics • Having identical alleles • Having different alleles • The appearance of an organism • Offspring of the P generation • An alternative form of a gene • Offspring of the F1 generation • The genetic makeup of an organism • a long thin molecule made up of nucleotides • A cross in which one characteristic is tracked • ...

genetics 2023-03-16

genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. chromosome / Two chromosomes in a pair – normally one inherited from the mother and one from the father
  2. the presence of a single set of chromosomes in an organism's cells
  3. / a study of genes
  4. / the production of offspring.
  5. / one of two or more alternative forms of a gene that arise by mutation and are found at the same place on a chromosome.
  6. recombination /a process by which pieces of DNA are broken and recombined to produce new combinations of alleles
  7. of independent / assortment how different genes independently separate from one another when reproductive cells develop.
  8. /The presence of two identical alleles at a particular gene locus
  9. / a reproductive cell of an animal or plantd
  10. / The basic unit of heredity passed from parent to child.
Down
  1. /the union of two gametes
  2. /having three or more sets of chromosomes
  3. / An individual formed by mating between unlike forms, usually genetically differentiated populations or species.
  4. / the relationship between two versions of a gene
  5. / a trait that is expressed only when genotype is homozygous
  6. /The observable characteristics in an individual resulting from the expression of genes
  7. /The presence of two different alleles at a particular gene locus
  8. the presence of two complete sets of chromosomes
  9. of segregation /describes how pairs of gene variants are separated into reproductive cells
  10. /a scoring of the type of variant present at a given location in the genome

20 Clues: / a study of genes • /the union of two gametes • / the production of offspring. • /having three or more sets of chromosomes • / a reproductive cell of an animal or plantd • the presence of two complete sets of chromosomes • / the relationship between two versions of a gene • / The basic unit of heredity passed from parent to child. • ...

Genetics 2023-05-31

Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. of segregation, only one of the two gene copies are distributed
  2. dominant, traits pass from one parent onto their child
  3. both alleles are expressed
  4. recessive, traits pass from both parents into their child
  5. physical properties of an organism
  6. genetic makeup of an organism
  7. inheritance, multiple independent genes that have a similar effect
  8. having different alleles for a trait
  9. likelihood of an event to occur
  10. square, a table with all possible outcomes for genetic cross
  11. dominance, both alleles are partially expressed
Down
  1. complete set of chromosomes
  2. two identical alleles
  3. alleles, gene existing in two or more allelic forms
  4. traits that are always expressed
  5. chart that diagrams the inheritance of a trait
  6. assortment, genes inherited independently of one another
  7. traits that are only expressed if both are recessive
  8. cross, breeding experiment between two organisms
  9. basic physical and functional unit of heredity

20 Clues: two identical alleles • both alleles are expressed • complete set of chromosomes • genetic makeup of an organism • likelihood of an event to occur • traits that are always expressed • physical properties of an organism • having different alleles for a trait • chart that diagrams the inheritance of a trait • basic physical and functional unit of heredity • ...

genetics 2023-11-08

genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. needs low protein diet
  2. tests for 30-5- conditions
  3. recessive each parent carries mutated gene
  4. skeletal dysplasia
  5. recognizable patterns
  6. T21
  7. inappropriate happy behavior
  8. 45XO
  9. part of chromosome appears on another chromosome
  10. disorder of carbohydrate metabolism
Down
  1. one dominant, one r
  2. common x linked recessive disorder
  3. what is observable
  4. matched pair of chromomsomes
  5. T18
  6. Willi compulsive behavior, overeating
  7. neural tube defect
  8. loss of chromosome material
  9. T13

19 Clues: T18 • T21 • T13 • 45XO • what is observable • skeletal dysplasia • neural tube defect • one dominant, one r • recognizable patterns • needs low protein diet • tests for 30-5- conditions • loss of chromosome material • matched pair of chromomsomes • inappropriate happy behavior • common x linked recessive disorder • disorder of carbohydrate metabolism • Willi compulsive behavior, overeating • ...

Psych Disorders: Anxiety 2024-01-18

Psych Disorders: Anxiety crossword puzzle
Across
  1. cognitive
  2. panicdisorder
  3. anxiety
  4. irrational
  5. agoraphobia
  6. phobias
  7. genetics
Down
  1. fear
  2. separation
  3. generalized
  4. panicattacks

11 Clues: fear • anxiety • phobias • genetics • cognitive • separation • irrational • generalized • agoraphobia • panicattacks • panicdisorder

Genetics Review Trin & Addy 2022-05-05

Genetics Review Trin & Addy crossword puzzle
Across
  1. transfered to offspring from parent
  2. duplicate of dna
  3. square diagram
  4. superior gene
  5. study of heredy
  6. set of characteristics in organism
  7. 2 identical alleles
  8. quality
  9. 2 different alleles
Down
  1. requires union of gametes
  2. human's pick
  3. without union of gametes
  4. genetic constitution
  5. silent gene
  6. father of genetics

15 Clues: quality • silent gene • human's pick • superior gene • square diagram • study of heredy • duplicate of dna • father of genetics • 2 identical alleles • 2 different alleles • genetic constitution • without union of gametes • requires union of gametes • set of characteristics in organism • transfered to offspring from parent

DNA,heredity,and genetics 2013-02-24

DNA,heredity,and genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. father of genetics
  2. one side of DNA ladder
  3. helix shape of DNA
  4. physical appearance
  5. letters
  6. DNA is found in the _______
  7. both alleles same
  8. study of inherited traits
Down
  1. passed on traits
  2. weak trait covered by dominate
  3. different forms of traits
  4. both alleles different
  5. DNAs two sides held together using ________
  6. repeating letters
  7. blueprint of life
  8. stronger
  9. trait

17 Clues: trait • letters • stronger • passed on traits • repeating letters • blueprint of life • both alleles same • father of genetics • helix shape of DNA • physical appearance • one side of DNA ladder • both alleles different • different forms of traits • study of inherited traits • DNA is found in the _______ • weak trait covered by dominate • DNAs two sides held together using ________

Intro to Genetics 2021-12-02

Intro to Genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. physical representation of your genes
  2. AA
  3. Aa
  4. everytime you do a punnett square, you must write the G and P _________.
  5. allele that is masked
  6. different versions of a trait
  7. type of plant that the father of genetics worked with
  8. father of genetics
Down
  1. Hypothetical probability test
  2. We pass genetic traits onto our _______.
  3. aa
  4. study of inheritance
  5. Allele that masks the recessive allele
  6. genetic code, written as letters
  7. A _______ codes for a specific trait

15 Clues: aa • AA • Aa • father of genetics • study of inheritance • allele that is masked • Hypothetical probability test • different versions of a trait • genetic code, written as letters • A _______ codes for a specific trait • physical representation of your genes • Allele that masks the recessive allele • We pass genetic traits onto our _______. • ...