genetics Crossword Puzzles
Genetics Vocabulary 2022-02-08
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- characteristics that are inherited
- an individual's observable traits
- traits are passed onto the offspring interdependently of each other
- an individual with non-identical alleles of a gene
- a mathematical tool that helps predict the offspring outcome (both genotypes and phenotypes) of a cross between two parents with known genotypes
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- every individual has two alleles of each gene and when gametes are produced, each gamete receives one of these alleles
- an individual with identical alleles of a gene
- the particular alleles (genes) an individual carries
- alternative form of a gene for each variation of a trait
- master copy of an organism's information
10 Clues: an individual's observable traits • characteristics that are inherited • master copy of an organism's information • an individual with identical alleles of a gene • an individual with non-identical alleles of a gene • the particular alleles (genes) an individual carries • alternative form of a gene for each variation of a trait • ...
Genetics Vocabulary 2021-10-28
Across
- different forms of a gene
- 2 identical alleles for a trait
- 2 sets of chromosomes
- allele that can masked or hidden
- genetic makeup
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- 2 different alleles for a trait
- 1 set of chromosomes
- physical expression of alleles
- allele that takes over when present
- segment of DNA that determines an individual's characteristics
10 Clues: genetic makeup • 1 set of chromosomes • 2 sets of chromosomes • different forms of a gene • physical expression of alleles • 2 different alleles for a trait • 2 identical alleles for a trait • allele that can masked or hidden • allele that takes over when present • segment of DNA that determines an individual's characteristics
Genetics Terminology 2021-11-12
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- One of two or more alternate forms of a gene or marker at a particular locus on a chromosome.
- A combination of alleles at closely linked gene loci that are inherited together.
- Apparent earlier age of onset and increased severity of a disease in successive generations, eg, huntington's disease.
- Genetic linkage refers to the observation that two or more genes located on the same chromosome are inherited together.
- In eukaryotes, the basic chromosome set, consisting of a species-specific number of linkage groups and the genes contained therein.
- Single-stranded complementary DNA, ie, a DNA molecule synthesized from a RNA template by reverse transcription of RNA.
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- A disorder in which the cause is considered to be a combination of genetic effects
- A single genome or set of chromosomes compared to the normal diploid (double) set of chromosomes.
- The application of epigenetics to the whole genome.
- Heritable changes to DNA structure that do not alter the underlying DNA sequence, eg, DNA methylation.
10 Clues: The application of epigenetics to the whole genome. • A combination of alleles at closely linked gene loci that are inherited together. • A disorder in which the cause is considered to be a combination of genetic effects • One of two or more alternate forms of a gene or marker at a particular locus on a chromosome. • ...
Genetics Vocab 2021-11-11
10 Clues: brown eyes • information • piece of DNA • characteristic • contains the DNA • always expressed • exact information • physical appearance • sometimes expressed • physical and functional unit
Genetics crossword 2021-10-24
Across
- will show a trait when you only have one dominant allele
- only shows the trait when there are only to copies of an allele
- The physical appearance of an organism or trait that you see
- a diagram used by geneticists to determine the probability than an offspring could inherit a trait from two parents
- Traits that are passed down from a parent
- the genetic makeup of an organism
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- carries two copies of the same dominant allele
- Something found in DNA.
- a difference or variance in a gene that gives you a specific trait.
- the passing of characteristics from generation to generation
10 Clues: Something found in DNA. • the genetic makeup of an organism • Traits that are passed down from a parent • carries two copies of the same dominant allele • will show a trait when you only have one dominant allele • The physical appearance of an organism or trait that you see • the passing of characteristics from generation to generation • ...
Molecular Genetics 2022-02-18
Across
- two parental strands separate to make a template for the complementary strand, then the nucleotides align one at a time along the template strand, linked by certain enzymes
- Who discovered the double helix
- One Ring in their structure thymine, Uracil, and Cytosine
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- the study of heredity at the molecular level
- monomers of nucleic acids
- Deoxyribonucleic acid -- double helix; nucleobases are Adenine, Cytosine, Guanine, and Thymine
- The process of making DNA to RNA
- Random errors in gene replication that lead to a change in the sequence of nucleotides. The source of all genetic diversity.
- Bases with a double-ring structure adenine and Guanine
- Ribonucleic Acid -- single helix; nucleobases are Adenine, Cytosine, Guanine, and Uracil
10 Clues: monomers of nucleic acids • Who discovered the double helix • The process of making DNA to RNA • the study of heredity at the molecular level • Bases with a double-ring structure adenine and Guanine • One Ring in their structure thymine, Uracil, and Cytosine • Ribonucleic Acid -- single helix; nucleobases are Adenine, Cytosine, Guanine, and Uracil • ...
Genetics crossword 2022-04-08
Across
- ascertaining sequence of nucleotides inDNA
- a branch of biology
- complete set of nucleic acid sequences
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- haploid set of chromosomes in a gamete
- cells divide without control
- relating to the heart and blood vessels.
- triplets of DNA and RNA
- disorder in an organism
- consisting of molecules.
- the scientific study of genes
10 Clues: a branch of biology • triplets of DNA and RNA • disorder in an organism • consisting of molecules. • cells divide without control • the scientific study of genes • haploid set of chromosomes in a gamete • complete set of nucleic acid sequences • relating to the heart and blood vessels. • ascertaining sequence of nucleotides inDNA
Cells & Genetics 2014-05-25
Across
- , ,Carries the genes in a linear order.
- ,Cell division.
- ,the basic building blocks of all living thing.
- ,A group of tissues.
- ,Central part of a cell.
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- ,The process of gamete formation.
- ,An instrument used to see objects that are too small for the human eye.
- ,A group of similar cells that perform a common function.
- ,Contains hereditary information.
- ,The basic physical unit of heredity.
10 Clues: ,Cell division. • ,A group of tissues. • ,Central part of a cell. • ,The process of gamete formation. • ,Contains hereditary information. • ,The basic physical unit of heredity. • , ,Carries the genes in a linear order. • ,the basic building blocks of all living thing. • ,A group of similar cells that perform a common function. • ...
Cells & Genetics 2014-04-19
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- DNA has a special alphabet it uses to for the jobs it gives our cells how many letters are there?
- What are the names of the special alphabet letters of DNA called?
- This part of the DNA shape the sugars and atoms make.
- This part of the DNA shape the bases make.
- What tells our cells to do their jobs?
- The DNA instructions are what makes us exist it is our?
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- Each cell has something to do in our body eg help us hear
- Helps a cell do its job?
- What is made up of trillions of cells?
- What shape is our DNA to look at?
10 Clues: Helps a cell do its job? • What shape is our DNA to look at? • What is made up of trillions of cells? • What tells our cells to do their jobs? • This part of the DNA shape the bases make. • This part of the DNA shape the sugars and atoms make. • The DNA instructions are what makes us exist it is our? • Each cell has something to do in our body eg help us hear • ...
Ben's Genetics 2012-12-05
Across
- A small section of DNA on a chromosome that has information about a trait
- Passed on to all living things that determines many of the offsprings characteristics
- The study of how traits are passed from parents to offspring.
- production of offspring by a single parent, no union of sperm a cell and an egg cell
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- involves two different parents who combine their genetic material to produce a new organism
- a trait that masks of covers over another allele
- The passing of traits from parents to offspring.
- different forms of a gene
- Trait that is hidden by a dominant allele
- a physical characteristic of an organism
10 Clues: different forms of a gene • a physical characteristic of an organism • Trait that is hidden by a dominant allele • a trait that masks of covers over another allele • The passing of traits from parents to offspring. • The study of how traits are passed from parents to offspring. • A small section of DNA on a chromosome that has information about a trait • ...
Genetics Application 2013-03-25
Across
- To insert a tube into a hollow organ or body passage
- Something that proceeds, prepares for, or introduces the main matter, action, or business
- The use of recombinant DNA or hybridoma technologies for production of useful molecules
- Within or administered into a vein
- inflammation A localized protective reaction of tissue to irritation, injury, or infection, characterized by pain, redness, swelling, and sometimes loss of function
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- A physician who specializes in obstetrics
- gathered
- membrane The thin tissue that creates the walls of the amniotic sac
- Born after a gestation period of less than the normal time, especially, in human infants, after a period of less than 37 weeks
- One who opens up new areas of thought, research, or development
10 Clues: gathered • Within or administered into a vein • A physician who specializes in obstetrics • To insert a tube into a hollow organ or body passage • One who opens up new areas of thought, research, or development • membrane The thin tissue that creates the walls of the amniotic sac • ...
Genetics Vocabulary 2016-03-07
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- An offspring of many generations that has the same form of a trait.
- An allele whose trait always shows up in the organism when the allele is present.
- The study of heredity.
- The passing of traits from parents to offspring.
- A sequence of DNA that determines a trait and is passed from parent from parent to offspring.
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- An offspring of crosses that has two different alleles for a trait.
- An allele that is hidden whenever the dominant allele is present.
- A specific characteristic that an organism can pass to its offspring through its genes.
- The process in sexual reproduction in which an egg cell and a sperm cell join to form a new cell.
- The different forms of genes.
10 Clues: The study of heredity. • The different forms of genes. • The passing of traits from parents to offspring. • An allele that is hidden whenever the dominant allele is present. • An offspring of crosses that has two different alleles for a trait. • An offspring of many generations that has the same form of a trait. • ...
Genetics review 2023-03-31
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- a trait that shows when only one allele is there
- differences in a gene that give things defined traits
- a trait that only shows when two alleles are there
- the genotype is one dominate and one recessive allele
- the appearance of an organism
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- traits that kids get from their parents
- used to determine the probability of kids getting traits from their parents
- last name of person nicknamed "father of genetics"
- all of the genes that make up an organism
- something that determines a person's traits
10 Clues: the appearance of an organism • traits that kids get from their parents • all of the genes that make up an organism • something that determines a person's traits • a trait that shows when only one allele is there • last name of person nicknamed "father of genetics" • a trait that only shows when two alleles are there • ...
Genetics Crossword 2023-04-23
Across
- Acids Molecules that combine to form proteins;
- To get something from one's parents and/or ancestors.
- The basic unit of heredity
- Reproduction The production of new organisms by combining the genes of a male and a female organism.
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- The passing of a trait from child to offspring
- Appearing often; more powerful.
- Appearing not very often.
- Large molecules that do most of the work in the cell
- square A diagram that shows the possible outcomes for a genetic cross.
- one of two alternative forms of a gene.
10 Clues: Appearing not very often. • The basic unit of heredity • Appearing often; more powerful. • one of two alternative forms of a gene. • The passing of a trait from child to offspring • Acids Molecules that combine to form proteins; • Large molecules that do most of the work in the cell • To get something from one's parents and/or ancestors. • ...
Molecular Genetics 2023-02-14
Across
- which process happens first -- translation or transcription?
- how many amino acids are common to all organisms?
- location of initiation during transcription
- passes genetic information from RNA to a protein
- three RNA nucleotides
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- what type of virus is AIDS?
- how many rings does a pyrimidine nitrogenous base have in its structure?
- what is the largest source of diversity in organisms?
- which nitrogenous base is not used in RNA?
- what phase of transcription is RNA elongation?
10 Clues: three RNA nucleotides • what type of virus is AIDS? • which nitrogenous base is not used in RNA? • location of initiation during transcription • what phase of transcription is RNA elongation? • passes genetic information from RNA to a protein • how many amino acids are common to all organisms? • what is the largest source of diversity in organisms? • ...
Genetics Review 2021-01-08
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- The different forms of a gene that can be dominant and recessive
- Having 2 identical alleles for a trait (AA)
- An organisms allele combinations.
- a number that describes how likely it is that an event will occur
- Having 2 different alleles for a trait (Aa)
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- A chart that shows all the possible combinations of alleles.
- A organisms's physical appearance, or visible traits
- A characteristic that an organism can pass on to its offspring through genes
- A set of information that controls a trait
- The genetic material that carries information about a offspring
10 Clues: An organisms allele combinations. • A set of information that controls a trait • Having 2 identical alleles for a trait (AA) • Having 2 different alleles for a trait (Aa) • A organisms's physical appearance, or visible traits • A chart that shows all the possible combinations of alleles. • The genetic material that carries information about a offspring • ...
Genetics Vocab 2021-01-08
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- It is the carrier of genetic information.
- it goes away when dominant is present
- Recessive hides when present
- The gene for brown eyes is dominant. What is needed in order for a person to have brown eyes?
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- form of life considered as an entity; an animal, plant, fungus, protistan, or moneran.
- To offspring
- Your sister is very good at playing the piano what is her piano playing ability an example of?
- most of your friends have freckles
- having inherited different forms of a particular gene from each parent.
- same alleles for a particular gene from both
10 Clues: To offspring • Recessive hides when present • most of your friends have freckles • it goes away when dominant is present • It is the carrier of genetic information. • same alleles for a particular gene from both • having inherited different forms of a particular gene from each parent. • ...
Genetics Vocab 2021-01-08
Across
- form of life considered as an entity; an animal, plant, fungus, protistan, or moneran.
- most of your friends have freckles
- recessive it goes away when dominant is present
- having inherited different forms of a particular gene from each parent.
- a square diagram that is composed of a grid of usually four boxes and is used to calculate
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- To offspring
- same alleles for a particular gene from both
- The gene for brown eyes is dominant. What is needed in order for a person to have brown eyes?
- It is the carrier of genetic information.
- Your sister is very good at playing the piano what is her piano playing ability an example of?
10 Clues: To offspring • most of your friends have freckles • It is the carrier of genetic information. • same alleles for a particular gene from both • recessive it goes away when dominant is present • having inherited different forms of a particular gene from each parent. • form of life considered as an entity; an animal, plant, fungus, protistan, or moneran. • ...
Genetics Crossword 2016-10-16
Across
- The organs of a cell.
- Occurs when cells and organs work efficiently.
- A word used to describe any living thing.
- An organelle that only a plant has.
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- A jelly-like substance in all cells.
- The control centre of the cell.
- The organelle that enables plants to photosynthesise.
- Makes up genes.
- Determines what you look like.
- Can only be seen under a microscope.
10 Clues: Makes up genes. • The organs of a cell. • Determines what you look like. • The control centre of the cell. • An organelle that only a plant has. • A jelly-like substance in all cells. • Can only be seen under a microscope. • A word used to describe any living thing. • Occurs when cells and organs work efficiently. • The organelle that enables plants to photosynthesise.
Genetics vocabulary 2017-02-08
Across
- passing of genetic traits
- transfer of pollen from the anthers to stigma of the same flower
- the transfer of pollen from the anthers to the pistil
- 2nd generation of offspring from an experiment cross of 2 organisms
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- 1st generation of offspring from experimental cross of 2 organisms
- organisms that always produces offspring with same trait
- pollen from one plant is transferred to the stigma of another
- first two individuals that mate in a genetic gross
- the science of heredity
- a genetically determined variant of a characteristic
10 Clues: the science of heredity • passing of genetic traits • first two individuals that mate in a genetic gross • a genetically determined variant of a characteristic • the transfer of pollen from the anthers to the pistil • organisms that always produces offspring with same trait • pollen from one plant is transferred to the stigma of another • ...
Genetics Crossword 2019-04-12
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- The code for your traits
- An organism's child
- In genetics, it is a table used to predict what traits offspring will have
- Chromosomes that are the same
- Humans have 46 of these
- The shape of DNA
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- The code results or picture of code
- Chromosomes that are different
- What gene your offspring will have
- The acronym is DNA
10 Clues: The shape of DNA • The acronym is DNA • An organism's child • Humans have 46 of these • The code for your traits • Chromosomes that are the same • Chromosomes that are different • What gene your offspring will have • The code results or picture of code • In genetics, it is a table used to predict what traits offspring will have
Grubbs: Genetics 2024-01-31
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- section of DNA that carries instructions
- trait that will how up easily, noted by capital letter
- known as the "Father of Genetics"
- appearance of a trait such as brown hair
- trait that only shows up with 2 copies, noted by lower case letter
- genetic makeup of an organism such as BB or Bb
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- traits that are passed down from your parents
- squares used to show probability of traits appearing
- passing of characteristics from one generation to the next
- variety of a trait or difference in gene
10 Clues: known as the "Father of Genetics" • section of DNA that carries instructions • variety of a trait or difference in gene • appearance of a trait such as brown hair • traits that are passed down from your parents • genetic makeup of an organism such as BB or Bb • squares used to show probability of traits appearing • trait that will how up easily, noted by capital letter • ...
Genetics crossword 2024-02-13
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- Responsible for controlling the traits of each individual
- Visual trait
- Mathematical tool to predict outcomes of genes
- Individual produced from other organisms
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- said to be the father of genetics
- what is passed down from parents
- another word for gene
- traits passed down from parents
- we have 46 of them
- Gentic makeup
10 Clues: Visual trait • Gentic makeup • we have 46 of them • another word for gene • traits passed down from parents • what is passed down from parents • said to be the father of genetics • Individual produced from other organisms • Mathematical tool to predict outcomes of genes • Responsible for controlling the traits of each individual
Molecular Genetics 2024-02-15
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- uses the bases adenine, uracil, cytosine, and guanine
- a chain of amino acids
- DNA turning to RNA
- second phase of transcription
- start codon
- uses the bases adenine, thymine, cytosine, and guanine
- first phase of transcription
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- is the process of S-phase during interphase
- RNA turning to amino acids
- third phase of transcription
10 Clues: start codon • DNA turning to RNA • a chain of amino acids • RNA turning to amino acids • third phase of transcription • first phase of transcription • second phase of transcription • is the process of S-phase during interphase • uses the bases adenine, uracil, cytosine, and guanine • uses the bases adenine, thymine, cytosine, and guanine
Genetics Coursework 2024-02-26
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- (7)Type of protein that makes up a large part of chromatin, DNA wraps around this Protein
- (3)Polymer containing genetic information, has a helical stucture
- (8) Changes to a DNA sequence, examples include Deletion, Addition, and Substitution
- (10)Part of a DNA sequence made up of a phosphate, a Nitrogenous Base and a Deoxyribose molecule
- (9)Cells in this type of organisms generally have a nucleus containing genetic information
- (13)The first step of DNA expression, ultimately results in mRNA
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- (10)Made up of two sister chromatids
- (15,7) Without these molecules, transcription cannot occur
- (9)Used for storage of DNA, contains DNA and proteins, packages the vast amount of DNA into a compact form
- (4)Basic unit of Heredity
10 Clues: (4)Basic unit of Heredity • (10)Made up of two sister chromatids • (15,7) Without these molecules, transcription cannot occur • (13)The first step of DNA expression, ultimately results in mRNA • (3)Polymer containing genetic information, has a helical stucture • (8) Changes to a DNA sequence, examples include Deletion, Addition, and Substitution • ...
Molecular Genetics 2024-02-15
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- A family of viruses that include SARS-CoV-2.
- The structure in a cell that contains the chromosomes.
- A virus test detecting the presence of a specific viral antigen.
- COVID-19 test detecting genetic material of the virus.
- mutation when a single nucleotide change results in a codon that codes for a different amino acid.
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- Scientist discovering the structure of DNA.
- The virus’s are packaged into an envelope formed from the cell’s membrane. It helps the spike proteins attach to proteins on surfaces of cells.
- In a virus, they attach to specific proteins on the cell.
- A salt or ester of phosphoric acid, containing PO43− or a related anion or a group such as —OPO(OH)2.
- A substance used to provide immunity to a virus.
10 Clues: Scientist discovering the structure of DNA. • A family of viruses that include SARS-CoV-2. • A substance used to provide immunity to a virus. • The structure in a cell that contains the chromosomes. • COVID-19 test detecting genetic material of the virus. • In a virus, they attach to specific proteins on the cell. • ...
Genetics Vocabuary 2024-03-05
Across
- a characteristic or feature
- reproduction reproduction with only one parent needed
- an organized model of biological relationships
- the specific alleles that a person has
- where the chromosomes are located in the cell
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- physical structures that are passed from parent to offspring
- the way an individual looks
- differences within a trait
- a type of molecule in food that are bodies need
- reproduction when an egg and sperm cell combine to make an offspring
10 Clues: differences within a trait • the way an individual looks • a characteristic or feature • the specific alleles that a person has • where the chromosomes are located in the cell • an organized model of biological relationships • a type of molecule in food that are bodies need • reproduction reproduction with only one parent needed • ...
Genetics vocab 2024-09-11
Across
- the range of difference between traits of a feature in individuals
- a molecule that makes up a chromosome
- a form of gene that is expressed as the trait when a dominant allele is present
- a form of a gene that is expressed only when a dominant allele is not present
- passing down genetic information from one generation to the next
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- a trait that helps identify an organism
- all the individuals of one kind in a specified area at one time
- where genetic information is stored and is made of DNA
- individual expression of a feature variation
- traits that the genotype produces
10 Clues: traits that the genotype produces • a molecule that makes up a chromosome • a trait that helps identify an organism • individual expression of a feature variation • where genetic information is stored and is made of DNA • all the individuals of one kind in a specified area at one time • passing down genetic information from one generation to the next • ...
Genetics Vocabulary 2024-09-19
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- Situation in which the phenotypes produced by both alleles are completely expressed
- Term used to refer to a cell that contains only a single set of genes
- Form used to refer to a cell that contains two sets of homolousous chromosomes
- Having two identical alleles for a particular gene
- Physical characteristics of an organism
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- Genes from different trait can segregate independently during formation of gametes
- One set from male and are from female
- Situation in which one allele is not completely dominant over another allele
- Genetic makeup of an organism
- Having two different alleles for a particular gene
10 Clues: Genetic makeup of an organism • One set from male and are from female • Physical characteristics of an organism • Having two identical alleles for a particular gene • Having two different alleles for a particular gene • Term used to refer to a cell that contains only a single set of genes • Situation in which one allele is not completely dominant over another allele • ...
Genetics Crossword 2024-09-19
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- A change in a DNA Sequence
- DNA is like a ______ for all living things?
- A beneficial mutation gives the organism a ______________
- A section of DNA that codes for a specific trait
- Causes mutations
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- Acts as a package to pass on genetic information
- DNA has 4 different ones that match like puzzle pieces
- The shape of DNA
- A mutation that affects the ability for an organism to survive
- A mutation that is neither good or bad
10 Clues: The shape of DNA • Causes mutations • A change in a DNA Sequence • A mutation that is neither good or bad • DNA is like a ______ for all living things? • Acts as a package to pass on genetic information • A section of DNA that codes for a specific trait • DNA has 4 different ones that match like puzzle pieces • A beneficial mutation gives the organism a ______________ • ...
Genetics Crossword 2024-11-19
Across
- What do you call a version of a gene?
- Has two different alleles.
- What allele will only show up if it is homozygous?
- What do you use to determine the possible offspring genotypes?
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- An organism's physical appearance.
- What do you call a person who has the allele but does not have the trait?
- Has two of the same alleles.
- An allele that always shows up.
- What is the graphical representation of the inheritance in a family?
- What is a section of DNA that codes for a protein/trait?
10 Clues: Has two different alleles. • Has two of the same alleles. • An allele that always shows up. • An organism's physical appearance. • What do you call a version of a gene? • What allele will only show up if it is homozygous? • What is a section of DNA that codes for a protein/trait? • What do you use to determine the possible offspring genotypes? • ...
Mendelian Genetics 2025-03-11
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- Different forms of a trait
- Another name for a heterozygous allele
- Physical appearance of an organism
- Inheriting two different alleles for a trait
- Trait always shows up when the dominant allele is present
- Shows all of the outcomes of a genetic cross
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- Genetic make-up of an organism
- Inheriting identical alleles for a trait
- Hidden when the dominant allele is present
- Another name for a homozygous allele
10 Clues: Different forms of a trait • Genetic make-up of an organism • Physical appearance of an organism • Another name for a homozygous allele • Another name for a heterozygous allele • Inheriting identical alleles for a trait • Hidden when the dominant allele is present • Inheriting two different alleles for a trait • Shows all of the outcomes of a genetic cross • ...
Mendelian Genetics 2025-03-21
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- The dominant trait dominates or prevents the expression of the recessive trait.
- The expression of the genotype of an individual for a particular character is referred to as _____.
- The trait that did not appear in the F1 generation and usually written in small letter.
- The traits that appear in the F1 and usually written in capital letter.
- Individuals that are pure-breeding for a particular character
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- The pair of genes segregate or separate from each other during gamete formation.
- What do you called the traits were controlled by a pair of genes?
- What do you call these factors in the plant which controlled the appearance of trait as Mendel hypothesized?
- Thy result from a cross between two pure-breeding plants with contrasting traits
- An individual with contrasting alleles (a dominant and a recessive allele) for a particular character is said to have a heterozygous.
10 Clues: Individuals that are pure-breeding for a particular character • What do you called the traits were controlled by a pair of genes? • The traits that appear in the F1 and usually written in capital letter. • The dominant trait dominates or prevents the expression of the recessive trait. • ...
Genetics Crossword 2025-06-04
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- relating to or denoting heritable characteristics controlled by genes which are expressed in offspring only when inherited from both parents.
- a threadlike structure of nucleic acids and protein found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information in the form of genes.
- A term that describes having two different versions of the same gene
- the fundamental and distinctive characteristics or qualities of someone or something
- the scientific study of genes, inheritance, and variation in living organisms
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- the single cell formed when a sperm and an egg fuse during fertilization
- the production by a single gene of two or more apparently unrelated effects.
- a change in the DNA sequence of an organism
- a type of cell division that results in four daughter cells each with half the number of chromosomes of the parent cell, as in the production of gametes and plant spores.
- cell any cell in a multicellular organism that is not a germ cell (reproductive cell).
10 Clues: a change in the DNA sequence of an organism • A term that describes having two different versions of the same gene • the single cell formed when a sperm and an egg fuse during fertilization • the production by a single gene of two or more apparently unrelated effects. • the scientific study of genes, inheritance, and variation in living organisms • ...
GENETICS CROSSWORD 2025-06-05
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- the differences or changes that occur in something
- a noticeable or important characteristic, part, or aspect of something
- a sensory organ that allows animals/humans to see
- the passing on of physical or mental characteristics genetically from one generation to another.
- the study of heredity and the passing down of traits from parents to offspring
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- is a thin, threadlike growth from the skin of humans and animals
- the study of heredity and the passing down of traits from parents to offspring
- a basic unit of heredity, like a recipe for building a specific part of your body
- a group of people related by birth, marriage, adoption, or strong emotional bonds
- they are distinguishing characteristics or qualities, like physical feature
- the vertical distance from the bottom to the top of an object or person.
11 Clues: a sensory organ that allows animals/humans to see • the differences or changes that occur in something • is a thin, threadlike growth from the skin of humans and animals • a noticeable or important characteristic, part, or aspect of something • the vertical distance from the bottom to the top of an object or person. • ...
Biodiversity 2025-03-12
8 Clues: animal home • dna with an s • bye bye species • anything living • life is wild guys • mixed up conversation • first one of extra corn on system • ___species are creatures that do not come from this place
Vitiligo 2023-12-07
Across
- what is the chance someone has vitiligo
- what it's called when vitiligo is everywhere
- skin pigment
- what were people called who had vitiligo in the medieval age
- What causes vitiligo
- who had the best presentation
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- treatments
- What the presentation was about
- acronym for auto-immune disorder
- can patches fade eventually?
- who are twice as likely to get Vitiligo
- who do you know that has vitiligo
12 Clues: treatments • skin pigment • What causes vitiligo • can patches fade eventually? • who had the best presentation • What the presentation was about • acronym for auto-immune disorder • who do you know that has vitiligo • what is the chance someone has vitiligo • who are twice as likely to get Vitiligo • what it's called when vitiligo is everywhere • ...
Michelle chapter 2 2023-09-13
Across
- A food that is eaten routinely and supplies a large portion of the calories people need to maintain their health.
- A typical standard and pattern related to food and eating behaviors.
- A packaging technology that preserves quality and extends the shelf life of food.
- Foods prepared according to the laws of orthodox Judaism that forbid the eating of pork and shellfish.
- The beliefs and social customs of a group of people
- A science that uses knowledge of plant or animal science and genetics to develop plants or animal science and genetics to develop.
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- Foods derived from organisms whose genetic material has been modified in way that does not occur naturally.
- A belief and attitude that is important to people.
- Customs prohibiting the use of certain edible resources.
- Forms of electronic communication through which people create online communities to share ideas or information.
- learned behavior about a way of life that is passed from one generation to the next.
- The application of scientific knowledge for useful purposes to accomplish tasks or solve problems.
12 Clues: A belief and attitude that is important to people. • The beliefs and social customs of a group of people • Customs prohibiting the use of certain edible resources. • A typical standard and pattern related to food and eating behaviors. • A packaging technology that preserves quality and extends the shelf life of food. • ...
genetics crossword 2012-12-05
Across
- different forms of gene
- process in which vharacteristics pass from parents to off spring
- involves two parents combining their gentic material
- is hidden or covered up
- trait always shows up in organism
- the share of baby amanda's nose
- the scientific study of heredity
Down
- production of offspring from a single parent no sperm no eggs
- long chain molecules
- a segment of DNA
10 Clues: a segment of DNA • long chain molecules • different forms of gene • is hidden or covered up • the share of baby amanda's nose • the scientific study of heredity • trait always shows up in organism • involves two parents combining their gentic material • production of offspring from a single parent no sperm no eggs • ...
Genetics Revision 2014-01-29
Across
- Offspring of a mixed species mating – usually infertile
- Humans have 23 pairs.
- The observable characteristics or the physical traits
- RR or rr
- The passing on of physical or mental characteristics genetically from one generation to another.
- Known as the 'Father of modern genetics'
Down
- The opposite of dominant
- Codes for a specific trait and found on the chromosome
- Rr or rR
- The opposite of recessive
- The genetic make up of an organism
11 Clues: Rr or rR • RR or rr • Humans have 23 pairs. • The opposite of dominant • The opposite of recessive • The genetic make up of an organism • Known as the 'Father of modern genetics' • The observable characteristics or the physical traits • Codes for a specific trait and found on the chromosome • Offspring of a mixed species mating – usually infertile • ...
Molecular Genetics 2018-05-04
Across
- RNA that takes the information from the cell core to the cytoplasm
- process of protein making in the ribosomes
- the dublication of two clones of the DNA is done according to the....of the two bases
- concentrated form of chromatin
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- dublication is a process of....of the DNA
- which enzyme contributes to the dublication of the two clones of the DNA?
- methionine is the codon of....
- the sequence of the nucleotides in the transcripted part of the DNA
- period between two cellar divisions
- the amino acid that is coded by three nucleotides
10 Clues: methionine is the codon of.... • concentrated form of chromatin • period between two cellar divisions • dublication is a process of....of the DNA • process of protein making in the ribosomes • the amino acid that is coded by three nucleotides • RNA that takes the information from the cell core to the cytoplasm • ...
GENETICS CROSSWORD 2020-01-27
Across
- officially awarded the Nobel prize for creating the first model of DNA
- mutation where an extra base pair is added
- Carrier of genetic information
- compound linked to a phosphate group
- took the first photo of DNA but her partner stole it
Down
- mutation where one base pair is switched for another
- mutation where one base pair is subtracted
- Discovered that A and T always go together, and so does C and G
- makes up the sequence of DNA
- single strand, carried instructions for DNA
10 Clues: makes up the sequence of DNA • Carrier of genetic information • compound linked to a phosphate group • mutation where one base pair is subtracted • mutation where an extra base pair is added • single strand, carried instructions for DNA • mutation where one base pair is switched for another • took the first photo of DNA but her partner stole it • ...
Mendel's Genetics 2021-03-15
Across
- the location inside the cell where DNA is found
- the PHYSICAL representation of a trait
- a characteristic which is inherited from parents
- the monk who is known as the 'father of genetics'
- the amount of DNA you get from each individual biological parent
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- ________ square - the representation we use to show genotype & phenotype
- the form of a gene
- the SYMBOL representation of alleles/genes in a punnett square
- a section of DNA which codes for a particular trait
- the 'code' which tells our bodies what to do
10 Clues: the form of a gene • the PHYSICAL representation of a trait • the 'code' which tells our bodies what to do • the location inside the cell where DNA is found • a characteristic which is inherited from parents • the monk who is known as the 'father of genetics' • a section of DNA which codes for a particular trait • ...
Genetics Crossword 2018-01-30
Across
- the genetic make up of an individual
- alleles are the same
- the members of each pair forms of alleles sperate from gametes. A gamete will receive one allele or the other, but not the both
- branch of biology that studies heredity
- alleles are always written as a capital letter
- alleles are always written as a lower case
Down
- the physical quality of an individual
- used pea pods to preform his studies
- gene has two forms
- passing of traits, or characters from parents to off springs
10 Clues: gene has two forms • alleles are the same • the genetic make up of an individual • used pea pods to preform his studies • the physical quality of an individual • branch of biology that studies heredity • alleles are always written as a lower case • alleles are always written as a capital letter • passing of traits, or characters from parents to off springs • ...
Genetics vocabulary 2021-06-07
Molecular Genetics 2023-02-14
Across
- a simple sugar/carbohydrates
- transfers information from DNA to RNA
- a linear polymer
- created x-rays of DNA
- usually a protein
Down
- derived from ribose
- made up of thousands of amino acids
- transfers information from RNA to a polypeptide
- a sequence of three consecutive nucleotides
- linked to a phosphate group
10 Clues: a linear polymer • usually a protein • derived from ribose • created x-rays of DNA • linked to a phosphate group • a simple sugar/carbohydrates • made up of thousands of amino acids • transfers information from DNA to RNA • a sequence of three consecutive nucleotides • transfers information from RNA to a polypeptide
Molecular Genetics 2023-02-14
Across
- nitrogenous bases have two rings in their str ucture.
- code of life
- speeds up the rate of a specific chemical rea ction in the cell
- nitrogenous bases have one ring in their stru cture.
- determines phenotype
- a nucleotide polymer
Down
- ultimate source of diversity
- a nucleic acid simaliar to DNA. However it contains the sugar ribose, and uracil replaces thymine, usually single stranded.
- monomers of nucleic acids.
- transfers the genetic information from DNA to RNA.
10 Clues: code of life • determines phenotype • a nucleotide polymer • monomers of nucleic acids. • ultimate source of diversity • transfers the genetic information from DNA to RNA. • nitrogenous bases have one ring in their stru cture. • nitrogenous bases have two rings in their str ucture. • speeds up the rate of a specific chemical rea ction in the cell • ...
Molecular Genetics 2023-02-14
10 Clues: Code of life. • The cell's messenger. • A sudden change in DNA. • Makes up the code of DNA. • Helps synthesize proteins. • Control center of the cell. • Speeds up chemical reactions. • Translates RNA into proteins. • Does most of the work for the cell. • Carrier of invasive and infectious RNA.
Genetics Crossword 2023-02-10
Across
- carries genetic information about someone
- a form of genotype that includes two lowercase letters
- a tool scientists use to demonstrate genotypes
- Physical appearance
- Genetic makeup
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- an allele that only shows when there are two of it
- the man who is known as the "father of genetics" and experimented on pea plants
- a form of genotype that includes two capital letters
- an allele that always shows, even when there are recessive traits
- a form of genotype that includes both capital and lowercase letters
10 Clues: Genetic makeup • Physical appearance • carries genetic information about someone • a tool scientists use to demonstrate genotypes • an allele that only shows when there are two of it • a form of genotype that includes two capital letters • a form of genotype that includes two lowercase letters • an allele that always shows, even when there are recessive traits • ...
Genetics Crossword 2023-02-14
Across
- master copy of an organisms information
- Your observable traits
- A mathematical tool that helps you determine the percent of a gene you might get
- alternative form of a gene for each variation of a trait
- a unit of hereditary information passed down from your parents
- characteristics that are inherited
Down
- A person with identical alleles
- Every person has 2 alleles of a gene
- a person with non identical alleles
- The particular genes someone carries
10 Clues: Your observable traits • A person with identical alleles • characteristics that are inherited • a person with non identical alleles • Every person has 2 alleles of a gene • The particular genes someone carries • master copy of an organisms information • alternative form of a gene for each variation of a trait • ...
Genetics Terms 2023-03-15
Across
- One of multiple variations of a gene, or defined genetic region, located at a specific locus on homologous chromosomes.
- The term for the main process of evolution, where a new allele arises, providing an advantageous phenotypic characteristic against a specific selection pressure, leading to the increased probability of surviving and reproducing, passing on the advantageous allele to the offspring
- The process by which a gradual change over time (a result of DNA mutation), alters the genome of individuals in a population.
- A change within a sequence of DNA due to rarely occurring copying errors or damage as a result of factors such as UV radiation or substances chemically reacting with the genetic material.
- The observable features of an organism (morphological, physiological and behavioural) brought about by the expression of their genotype, such as hair and eye colour in humans.
- Refers to the diversity within individuals, between the same species (intraspecific) or between different species (interspecific) which can be caused by genes and/or environment.
- Refers to the relationship between complementary base pairs on the opposite nucleotides in nucleic acids. Pyrimidines, Thymine (Uracil in RNA) and Cytosine, bond exclusively with purines, Adenine and Guanine, respectively.
Down
- The first step in the process of gene expression where the genes in a strand of DNA are encoded into a complementary mRNA strand, which is then able to exit the nucleus for translation.
- the process of storage, transfer, and expression of molecular information through DNA in biological organisms, either through sexual or asexual reproduction, from parent to offspring.
- The second step involved in protein synthesis, where the genetic information from the mRNA sequence is converted into a linear sequence of amino acids in the 5’ to 3’ direction.
10 Clues: One of multiple variations of a gene, or defined genetic region, located at a specific locus on homologous chromosomes. • The process by which a gradual change over time (a result of DNA mutation), alters the genome of individuals in a population. • ...
Mendel's Genetics 2023-03-18
Across
- allele of a gene is said to be dominant when it effectively overrules the other
- Father of genetics
- When an organism makes gametes, each gamete receives just one gene copy, which is selected randomly
- the genetic makeup of an organism
- a trait that is expressed when an organism has two recessive alleles, or forms of a gene.
Down
- one of two or more alternative forms of a gene.
- The presence of two identical alleles at a particular gene
- a table in which all of the possible outcomes for a genetic cross between two individuals with known genotypes are given
- having different alleles for a particular trait
- the set of observable characteristics of an individual
10 Clues: Father of genetics • the genetic makeup of an organism • one of two or more alternative forms of a gene. • having different alleles for a particular trait • the set of observable characteristics of an individual • The presence of two identical alleles at a particular gene • allele of a gene is said to be dominant when it effectively overrules the other • ...
Agriculture Genetics 2021-09-28
Across
- variation of inherited traits
- Square- a square graph used to predict genotypes-
- a replicating material that is present in nearly all living organisms
- dominatiable heritable characteristic
- the genetic constitution of a living organism
- distinguish quality of a individual
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- observable characteristic of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with its environment
- denoting heritable characteristics
- having two identical alleles
- substances in different phases
10 Clues: having two identical alleles • variation of inherited traits • substances in different phases • denoting heritable characteristics • distinguish quality of a individual • dominatiable heritable characteristic • the genetic constitution of a living organism • Square- a square graph used to predict genotypes- • ...
Genetics Vocab 2022-05-18
Across
- Changes multiple bases in code
- Piece of DNA code is lost
- Segment breaks off and joins a different non-homologous chromosome
- Mutations that produce changes in whole chromosomes
- Mutations involving one or a few nucleotides
- Changes in the genetic material
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- Mutations that produce changes in a single gene
- Piece of DNA is copied too many times
- Changes one base for another
- Extra piece of DNA is added
10 Clues: Piece of DNA code is lost • Extra piece of DNA is added • Changes one base for another • Changes multiple bases in code • Changes in the genetic material • Piece of DNA is copied too many times • Mutations involving one or a few nucleotides • Mutations that produce changes in a single gene • Mutations that produce changes in whole chromosomes • ...
Genetics Crossword 2024-09-18
Across
- Two versions of the same gene
- Observable characteristics of an organism
- One version of a gene
- Two forms of a gene are expressed sepretly
- Contains two sets of chromosomes
Down
- The separation of alleles during the formation of gametes
- The Liklihood of something happening
- Basic unit of heredity
- Alternate forms of a gene
- Contains one set of chromosomes
10 Clues: One version of a gene • Basic unit of heredity • Alternate forms of a gene • Two versions of the same gene • Contains one set of chromosomes • Contains two sets of chromosomes • The Liklihood of something happening • Observable characteristics of an organism • Two forms of a gene are expressed sepretly • The separation of alleles during the formation of gametes
Mendelian Genetics 2025-02-18
Across
- Two different alleles(Bb)
- The process by which traits are passed from parents to offspring
- The physical characteristics of an organism, such as eye color.
- The stronger type of allele that always shows up when present
- Different versions of a gene, inherited from each parent
Down
- Two of the same alleles(BB or bb)
- A unit of heredity made of DNA that determines traits
- The genetic makeup of an organism, represented by letters.
- The weaker type of allele that only shows up when the dominant one is absent
- The study of heredity and how traits are passed down.
10 Clues: Two different alleles(Bb) • Two of the same alleles(BB or bb) • A unit of heredity made of DNA that determines traits • The study of heredity and how traits are passed down. • Different versions of a gene, inherited from each parent • The genetic makeup of an organism, represented by letters. • The stronger type of allele that always shows up when present • ...
Genetics 10 2025-03-06
Across
- holds both alleles
- physical identity
- an unwanted trait that does not belong
- the allele that mask a recessive
- the material that is what determines the offspring’s looks
Down
- holds both recessive alleles
- dominate and recessive alleles
- diagram to predict which gene the offspring will have
- unit of heredity
- genetic identity
10 Clues: unit of heredity • genetic identity • physical identity • holds both alleles • holds both recessive alleles • dominate and recessive alleles • the allele that mask a recessive • an unwanted trait that does not belong • diagram to predict which gene the offspring will have • the material that is what determines the offspring’s looks
Genetics Words 2023-12-06
Across
- Inherited characteristic of an organism
- Alleles are both dominant or recessive
- Alternative forms of a gene
- Study of how traits are passed from parent to offspring
- Physical expression of a trait
Down
- One allele is dominant, one is recessive
- Allele expresses trait even if recessive allele present
- Section of DNA that contains specific instructions
- Only expresses trait if no dominant allele present
- Genetic make-up for a trait
10 Clues: Alternative forms of a gene • Genetic make-up for a trait • Physical expression of a trait • Alleles are both dominant or recessive • Inherited characteristic of an organism • One allele is dominant, one is recessive • Section of DNA that contains specific instructions • Only expresses trait if no dominant allele present • ...
Genetics crossword 2024-01-04
Across
- Two strands of DNA twisted together
- The structure in cells that contains DNA
- feature that an organism has that helps it survive in its environment
- The passing of traits from parents to offspring hint starts with I!
- The building blocks of DNA
- The scientific name for the study of genes and heredity
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- Cells containing half the usual number of chromosomes
- The molecule that carries genetic information
- Segments of DNA that code for specific traits
- Different versions of a gene
10 Clues: The building blocks of DNA • Different versions of a gene • Two strands of DNA twisted together • The structure in cells that contains DNA • The molecule that carries genetic information • Segments of DNA that code for specific traits • Cells containing half the usual number of chromosomes • The scientific name for the study of genes and heredity • ...
Genetics Crossword 2024-11-18
Across
- Has two different alleles.
- What is the graphical representation of the inheritance in a family?
- What do you call a version of a gene?
- What do you use to determine the possible offspring genotypes?
Down
- What is a section of DNA that codes for a protein/trait?
- Has two of the same alleles.
- An organism's physical appearance.
- What do you call a person who has the allele but does not have the trait?
- An allele that always shows up.
- What allele will only show up if it is homozygous?
10 Clues: Has two different alleles. • Has two of the same alleles. • An allele that always shows up. • An organism's physical appearance. • What do you call a version of a gene? • What allele will only show up if it is homozygous? • What is a section of DNA that codes for a protein/trait? • What do you use to determine the possible offspring genotypes? • ...
Mendelian Genetics 2025-05-11
Across
- CROSS A cross involving two pairs of contrasting traits
- Having two different alleles for a particular trait
- Different versions of a gene
- The observable characteristics of an organism
- SQUARE A diagram used to predict the genotypes and phenotypes of offspring
Down
- An allele that is masked in the heterozygous condition
- The study of heredity and variation
- An allele that is fully expressed in the heterozygous condition
- OF INDEPENDENT ASSORTMENT The principle stating that alleles of different genes assort independently during gamete formation
- The genetic makeup of an organism
10 Clues: Different versions of a gene • The genetic makeup of an organism • The study of heredity and variation • The observable characteristics of an organism • Having two different alleles for a particular trait • An allele that is masked in the heterozygous condition • CROSS A cross involving two pairs of contrasting traits • ...
Genetics Crossword 2025-04-17
Across
- A genotype containing two capital letters.
- The genetic makeup of a gene. It is represented by two letters, either capital or lowercase.
- When an organism has a trait but doesn't show it.
- When the dominant trait overpowers the recessive trait.
Down
- A genotype containing two lowercase letters.
- The physical expression of a genotype.
- A way to figure out the possible genotypes of an offspring based on the parents genotype.
- When the dominant and recessive straits show up together. This can be seen in stripes and spots.
- A genotype containing one capital letter and one lower case letter.
- A model that shows the relationship between parent and offspring that shows a person's genotype.
10 Clues: The physical expression of a genotype. • A genotype containing two capital letters. • A genotype containing two lowercase letters. • When an organism has a trait but doesn't show it. • When the dominant trait overpowers the recessive trait. • A genotype containing one capital letter and one lower case letter. • ...
Mandelian Genetics 2025-04-07
Across
- A single trait represented by a single letter
- The allele that is always expressed when present
- The letters for a trait are the same
- The physical expression
- The trait that can be hidden
Down
- The genetic information for a trait
- One trait is being investigated; 2 letters per parent
- One gene can mask another one
- In gamete formation, genes are separated
- The letters for a trait are different
10 Clues: The physical expression • The trait that can be hidden • One gene can mask another one • The genetic information for a trait • The letters for a trait are the same • The letters for a trait are different • In gamete formation, genes are separated • A single trait represented by a single letter • The allele that is always expressed when present • ...
Genetics vocabulary 2025-04-22
Across
- Nitrogen base A, T, C, G
- the instruction manual for all organisms
- a gene that is hidden if a dominant allele is present
- a section of DNA
- The science of studying how genes work
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- a tight bundle of DNA
- the rungs of a DNA ladder
- a gene that "overpowers" another
- the passing traits from parents to offspring
- A specific Characteristic
10 Clues: a section of DNA • a tight bundle of DNA • Nitrogen base A, T, C, G • the rungs of a DNA ladder • A specific Characteristic • a gene that "overpowers" another • The science of studying how genes work • the instruction manual for all organisms • the passing traits from parents to offspring • a gene that is hidden if a dominant allele is present
Molecular Genetics 2025-05-14
Across
- - The process of synthesizing proteins from an mRNA template (11 letters)
- - The process by which information from a gene is used in the synthesis of a functional gene product (13 letters)
- - A large biomolecule consisting of one or more long chains of amino acid residues (7 letters)
- - The process of synthesizing RNA from a DNA template (14 letters)
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- RNA - RNA that carries genetic information from DNA to the ribosomes (8, 3)
- - A nucleic acid similar to DNA but usually single-stranded and containing ribose (3 letters)
- - The process of copying DNA molecules (11 letters)
- - A sequence of three nucleotides that specifies a particular amino acid or a stop signal during translation (5 letters)
- - The cellular machinery responsible for protein synthesis (8 letters)
- - A sequence of three nucleotides in tRNA that binds to a complementary codon in mRNA (9 letters)
10 Clues: - The process of copying DNA molecules (11 letters) • - The process of synthesizing RNA from a DNA template (14 letters) • - The cellular machinery responsible for protein synthesis (8 letters) • - The process of synthesizing proteins from an mRNA template (11 letters) • RNA - RNA that carries genetic information from DNA to the ribosomes (8, 3) • ...
Genetics Vocabulary 2024-02-29
Across
- the letter that represents the gene
- A characteristic feature
- combination of alleles(letters)
- somatic (body) cell division
- the trait expressed in a capital letter
Down
- trait expressed in a lowercase letter
- produces 4 gamate cells
- 2 alleles that are different (Ex. Dd)
- the physical appearance of a trait
- 2 alleles that are the same (Ex. DD or dd)
10 Clues: produces 4 gamate cells • A characteristic feature • somatic (body) cell division • combination of alleles(letters) • the physical appearance of a trait • the letter that represents the gene • trait expressed in a lowercase letter • 2 alleles that are different (Ex. Dd) • the trait expressed in a capital letter • 2 alleles that are the same (Ex. DD or dd)
Genetics Crossword 2024-04-03
Across
- - having two different alleles for a particular gene
- - the inheritance of traits that are controlled by two or more genes, such as height in humans
- - a number that describes how likely it is that a particular event will occur.
- - a situation in which both alleles for a gene are expressed equally
Down
- - three or more possible alleles of a gene that determines a trait
- dominance - a situation in which one allele is not completely dominant over another allele
- - the process in sexual reproduction in which an egg cell and sperm cell join to form a new cell
- - the study of heredity
- - having two identical alleles for a particular gene
- - a specific characteristic that an organism can pass to its offspring through its genes
10 Clues: - the study of heredity • - having two different alleles for a particular gene • - having two identical alleles for a particular gene • - three or more possible alleles of a gene that determines a trait • - a situation in which both alleles for a gene are expressed equally • - a number that describes how likely it is that a particular event will occur. • ...
Cancer Genetics 2021-05-27
Across
- Greek word for crab
- A drug treatment method that uses a combination of drugs to either destroy cancer cells or slow down the growth of cancer cells
- A mutated version of proto-oncogene; a cancer causing gene
- A genetically controlled process whereby the cell commits suicide
- Cancer-causing animal RNA virus
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- A step in tumorigenesis wherein there is a clonal expansion of the initiated cells
- Type of mutation that induce cell proliferation and tumor growth
- Type of tumor that has the ability to break loose, enter the bloodstream,and invade other tissues
- A process in the cell cycle in which the cell monitors external signals and internal equilibrium before proceeding to the next stage
- The spread of cancer cells to new areas of the body
10 Clues: Greek word for crab • Cancer-causing animal RNA virus • The spread of cancer cells to new areas of the body • A mutated version of proto-oncogene; a cancer causing gene • Type of mutation that induce cell proliferation and tumor growth • A genetically controlled process whereby the cell commits suicide • ...
Genetics Crossword 2022-03-23
Across
- situation that is observed to exist or happen
- to make more of a species; to have offspring
- a characteristic or property of an organism
- organs, tissues, or bones that may have been used by an ancestor but aren't anymore
- to receive genetic information and traits from a parent or parents
- a new organism that is the product of reproduction
Down
- the group of organisms of the same species living in the same area
- a part of an organism; also refers to the way parts are put together
- a genetically determined condition or characteristic
- having two identical alleles of a particular gene or genes.
10 Clues: a characteristic or property of an organism • to make more of a species; to have offspring • situation that is observed to exist or happen • a new organism that is the product of reproduction • a genetically determined condition or characteristic • having two identical alleles of a particular gene or genes. • ...
Genetics Crossword 2025-06-04
Across
- - A dominant trait or gene.
- - Thread-like structure composed of DNA and proteins, carrying genetic information in the form of genes.
- - One that is not expressed in an individual’s phenotype when a dominant allele for the same trait is present.
Down
- - A permanent alteration in the DNA sequence of an organism or virus.
- - Fertilized egg cell, formed by the union of two gametes.
- - A type of cell division in sexually reproducing organisms that reduces the number of chromosomes in gametes by half.
- - Self-replicating material that is present in nearly all living organisms.
- - Offspring of a cross between two different varieties, subspecies, or the species of the same genus.
- - Femal reproductive cell produced by animals and land plants.
- - The change in the inherited characteristics of biological populations over subcessive generations.
10 Clues: - A dominant trait or gene. • - Fertilized egg cell, formed by the union of two gametes. • - Femal reproductive cell produced by animals and land plants. • - A permanent alteration in the DNA sequence of an organism or virus. • - Self-replicating material that is present in nearly all living organisms. • ...
Biology Genetics 2022-10-24
Across
- Molecule that carries genetic information
- Cell division that ends up with four daughter cells
- Sequence of DNA that code for a trait
- The study of heredity
- The study of living things
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- Structure made up of DNA found in the nucleus
- Cell division that ends up with two identical daughter cells
- Characteristics of individuals
- The control center of the cell
- Simple unit of life
10 Clues: Simple unit of life • The study of heredity • The study of living things • Characteristics of individuals • The control center of the cell • Sequence of DNA that code for a trait • Molecule that carries genetic information • Structure made up of DNA found in the nucleus • Cell division that ends up with four daughter cells • ...
Genetics Vocabulary 2022-11-10
Across
- an offspring that was given different genetic information from each parent
- outward physical appearance and behavior of an organism as a result of its genotype
- an organism with two different alleles for a trait
- square, a tool to predict the probability of certain traits in an offspring that shows the different ways that alleles can combine
- trait, a trait that is covered over by another form of the trait and seems to disappear
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- The genetic makeup of an organism
- describes an organisms with two alleles that are the same for a trait
- an alternate form that a gene may have for a single trait
- trait, trait that covers over another trait
- the study of how traits are inherited through the interactions of alleles
10 Clues: The genetic makeup of an organism • trait, trait that covers over another trait • an organism with two different alleles for a trait • an alternate form that a gene may have for a single trait • describes an organisms with two alleles that are the same for a trait • the study of how traits are inherited through the interactions of alleles • ...
Genetics Crossword 2022-02-10
Across
- scientist and teacher called father of genetics
- diagram used to show that offspring would have a particular trait
- identical
- the genetic makeup of an organism
- appearance of an organism or trait that you see
- two copies of an allele
- one copy of an allele
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- non-identical
- traits passed down from ur parents
- carry out instructions that determine a persons hair color, eye color, etc
10 Clues: identical • non-identical • one copy of an allele • two copies of an allele • the genetic makeup of an organism • traits passed down from ur parents • scientist and teacher called father of genetics • appearance of an organism or trait that you see • diagram used to show that offspring would have a particular trait • ...
Molecular Genetics 2022-02-15
10 Clues: DNA to RNA • RNA to protein • Three RNA nucleotides • Another name for protein • One ring in its structure • Two rings in its structure • The first phase of transcription • Initiation starts at the codon ____ • Each codon is translated into a(n) _____ • The direction in which the strands of DNA follow
Genetics crossword 2022-05-02
Across
- Genotype with one dominant and one recessive allele
- Physical appearance of an organism
- Branch of biology that studies heredity
- determine offspring ratio and percentage
- Form of a gene that may not show even if it is there
Down
- Long rod-shaped bodies in the nucleus
- 2 genes alike
- Segments of chromosomes that determines traits
- The study of how traits are passed
- Diploid cell formed when sperm fertilizes the egg
10 Clues: 2 genes alike • The study of how traits are passed • Physical appearance of an organism • Long rod-shaped bodies in the nucleus • Branch of biology that studies heredity • determine offspring ratio and percentage • Segments of chromosomes that determines traits • Diploid cell formed when sperm fertilizes the egg • Genotype with one dominant and one recessive allele • ...
Genetics Crossword 2022-06-08
Across
- behaviors that you learned from others
- an animals instinct
- are different characteristics a feature can have
- genetics that are coded
Down
- are all the characteristics that we have in common.
- variation gives a species a survival advantage
- this determines your eye, hair, and skin color
- different organisms vary in how they look and function
- passed on traits to the offspring
- the outcome of a mother and a father
10 Clues: an animals instinct • genetics that are coded • passed on traits to the offspring • the outcome of a mother and a father • behaviors that you learned from others • variation gives a species a survival advantage • this determines your eye, hair, and skin color • are different characteristics a feature can have • are all the characteristics that we have in common. • ...
Genetics crossword 2025-05-26
Across
- is the process of directly modifying the DNA or genetic material of an organism to change its characteristics
- person or thing that carries, holds, or conveys something.
- Genetically Modified Organism.
- propagate an organism or cell as a clone.
- change in the DNA sequence of an organism.
Down
- .
- is a medical procedure used during pregnancy to test for certain genetic conditions or infections in the baby.
- is a process where individuals or families receive information, guidance, and support about genetic conditions from a trained professional known as a genetic counsellor.
- Deoxyribonucleic Acid.
- is a scientific technique used to identify individuals based on their unique DNA patterns.
10 Clues: . • Deoxyribonucleic Acid. • Genetically Modified Organism. • propagate an organism or cell as a clone. • change in the DNA sequence of an organism. • person or thing that carries, holds, or conveys something. • is a scientific technique used to identify individuals based on their unique DNA patterns. • ...
Who owns our genetic information? 2024-03-14
9 Clues: NDIS • FDDU • CODIS • Protects people's health information • method that relies on criminal databases • Products and tests bought online or in stores • company used to catch the Golden State Killer • Allows deidentified DNA to be used without consent • Prevents insurance discrimination based on genetics
Reproduction 2023-05-16
Across
- An organism's genetic makeup
- Variants of a gene / trait
- A random error that changes traits
- Fusion of reproductive cells
- Genetically identical offspring
- An organism's physical appearance
- Male reproductive cell
- A segment of DNA on a chromosome that codes for a trait
Down
- *A characteristic* that is passed from parent to offspring
- A reproductive process with two parents
- The scientific study of heredity as a whole
- The product of reproduction
- The characteristics of an organism
- The *passing* of traits from parent to offspring
- Two identical alleles
- A reproductive process with one parent
- Female reproductive cell
17 Clues: Two identical alleles • Male reproductive cell • Female reproductive cell • Variants of a gene / trait • The product of reproduction • An organism's genetic makeup • Fusion of reproductive cells • Genetically identical offspring • An organism's physical appearance • A random error that changes traits • The characteristics of an organism • A reproductive process with one parent • ...
Natural Selection 2014-05-29
Across
- Most liked
- To stay alive
- To create new life
- Birds used in studies for Natural Selection
Down
- The process of changing to suit a particular environment
- He studied Natural Selection for most of his career as a scientist
- What all organisms are composed of
- The surrounding area
- Specific kinds of organisms
- All living things
10 Clues: Most liked • To stay alive • All living things • To create new life • The surrounding area • Specific kinds of organisms • What all organisms are composed of • Birds used in studies for Natural Selection • The process of changing to suit a particular environment • He studied Natural Selection for most of his career as a scientist
Content/Academic Terms (Ch.6) HAILEY TP 2017-11-10
Across
- Predictable and orderly steps
- Physical changes in size
- Interacting with new knowledge
- Processes involving thought and knowledge
Down
- Moral qualities or traits
- Traits, abilities, skills, and tastes you're born with
- Gradual increase in skills and abilities
- Theory that behavior is determined by environment
- Knowledgable and mindful
- conditioning Theory that behaviors are related to responses
10 Clues: Knowledgable and mindful • Physical changes in size • Moral qualities or traits • Predictable and orderly steps • Interacting with new knowledge • Gradual increase in skills and abilities • Processes involving thought and knowledge • Theory that behavior is determined by environment • Traits, abilities, skills, and tastes you're born with • ...
Aydas Crossword Puzzle 2021-06-14
Across
- the theory that organisms are made up of cells
- inherited traits
- an individual animal plant or singlecelled life form
- letter combination for a gene
Down
- an organism with one cell
- an organism with multiple cells
- physical appearance of genes
- two dominant or recessive alleles
- one dominant one recessive alleles
- carrier of your genetic code
10 Clues: inherited traits • an organism with one cell • physical appearance of genes • carrier of your genetic code • letter combination for a gene • an organism with multiple cells • two dominant or recessive alleles • one dominant one recessive alleles • the theory that organisms are made up of cells • an individual animal plant or singlecelled life form
animal science 2023-05-04
Across
- hog producers
- in charge of record keeping and scheduling involved with being a breeder
- studies nutrient values for feed
- domesticated fowls
- a person who shoes horses
Down
- animal doctor
- cares for and manages animals in a variety settings including animal hospitals
- assists the veterinarian in caring for animals
- pig producers
- studies and applies genetics
10 Clues: animal doctor • hog producers • pig producers • domesticated fowls • a person who shoes horses • studies and applies genetics • studies nutrient values for feed • assists the veterinarian in caring for animals • in charge of record keeping and scheduling involved with being a breeder • cares for and manages animals in a variety settings including animal hospitals
Challenge 9 spelling words 2022-06-02
10 Clues: Also known as CPR • A series of contests • A quickly fried food. • very poisonous material. • to relinquish something. • A traditional type of pasta • A genetics passed onto children. • To see if you understand a topic. • line up something to be straight. • sharp knife attached at the end of a gun
Unique Historical Figures 2024-09-19
Across
- – Mathematician contributing to space missions
- – Pioneer in computer science and artificial intelligence
- – Ancient mathematician and philosopher
- – Father of modern genetics
- – Physicist known for nuclear reactions
Down
- – First computer programmer
- – Formulated the theory of electromagnetism
- – Known as the "father of the computer"
- – Key figure in quantum theory
- – Theoretical physicist and Nobel laureate
10 Clues: – First computer programmer • – Father of modern genetics • – Key figure in quantum theory • – Known as the "father of the computer" • – Ancient mathematician and philosopher • – Physicist known for nuclear reactions • – Theoretical physicist and Nobel laureate • – Formulated the theory of electromagnetism • – Mathematician contributing to space missions • ...
Heredity 2025-03-10
10 Clues: father of genetics • carry instructions • what makes up an organism • needs two copies to appear • the appearance of an organism • only needs one copy to appear • same dominant/recessive allele • one recessive and one dominant • passing of characteristics to the next • difference in a gene that helps give a trait
crossword 2024-09-11
Across
- Preserve soil and water
- Using sensors to monitor livestock health
- Enriching soil with natural materials
- GPS tractors for precision planting
- Drones to monitor crop health
Down
- Growing crops without soil
- Farming Growing crops in vertically stacked layers
- that helps farm data
- Improving crops with selective breeding
- Energy used to power farms sustainably
10 Clues: that helps farm data • Preserve soil and water • Growing crops without soil • Drones to monitor crop health • GPS tractors for precision planting • Enriching soil with natural materials • Energy used to power farms sustainably • Improving crops with selective breeding • Using sensors to monitor livestock health • Farming Growing crops in vertically stacked layers
Unit 2 vocab science 2022-10-24
10 Clues: taxonomy • The study of heredity • The way an organism acts • Appearance of an organism • Genetic makeup of a trait • Characteristics based on DNA • Known as "survival of the fittest" • Has something to do with structure • Group of same organism that can interbreed • When an organism is no longer roaming the Earth
Kareem Between Crossword Puzzle 2025-12-09
Across
- someone's background
- being truthful and sincere
- a middle eastern country
- the denial of entries from the visas of people because they're Muslim
- USA
Down
- a game similar to rugby played commonly
- a bond between people
- to become like everyone else
- fairness and equality
- people who share the same genetics as someone
10 Clues: USA • someone's background • a bond between people • fairness and equality • a middle eastern country • being truthful and sincere • to become like everyone else • a game similar to rugby played commonly • people who share the same genetics as someone • the denial of entries from the visas of people because they're Muslim
Law 12 Review 2024-05-02
Across
- case about detention rights
- guilty act
- encouraging a crime
- shelter a suspected criminal
- bad upbringing causes crime...theory
- intent..buy a cheap laptop from a van
- crime is a choice...theory
- intent...leave a gun out loaded for eg
- hanging out with wrong people..theory
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- intent...wave a loaded gun around
- what a reasonable person....type of intent
- case about right to counsel
- guilty mind
- genetics cause crime...theory
- two or more people plan a crime
- assisting in a crime
- case about objective intent..drugs in veins
17 Clues: guilty act • guilty mind • encouraging a crime • assisting in a crime • crime is a choice...theory • case about detention rights • case about right to counsel • shelter a suspected criminal • genetics cause crime...theory • two or more people plan a crime • intent...wave a loaded gun around • bad upbringing causes crime...theory • intent..buy a cheap laptop from a van • ...
biology 2022-11-17
8 Clues: to make • transfer dna • ribonucleic acid • traits and genetics • monomer of nucleic acid • sequence of 3 nitrogen bases • when mRNA is used to synthesize proteins • the process of copying DNA into mRNA in gene expression
Branches of Zoology 2025-09-18
Across
- inherited variation; mechanisms of transmission of traits from parents to offspring
- newborn animals
- fossils
- functions and mechanisms
- relationship between organisms and environments
- study of the origin of animals and their adaptation to the environment
- body structures
- structure and function of cells
Down
- tissues
- study of earth and life as recorded by fossils in rocks
- naming and classification of living things
- developmental stages of animals
- structures revealed via dissection; study of structure and their parts
- animal distribution
14 Clues: tissues • fossils • newborn animals • body structures • animal distribution • functions and mechanisms • developmental stages of animals • structure and function of cells • naming and classification of living things • relationship between organisms and environments • study of earth and life as recorded by fossils in rocks • ...
Evolution 2014-04-21
Across
- a transcription factor in stickleback fish that is unregulated is salt water populations to produce spines and down regulated in fresh water populations
- underlying genetics that cause a phenotype
- an organism's struggle to live and reproduce
- comparing the genomes of individuals either within a species or between species
- a master gene that is common to human, mice, and flies; a human version of it can induce ectopic fly eyes on wings or legs
Down
- a physical characteristic of an organism that is a product of genetics and the environment
- a receptor protein involved in hair pigmentation; a mutation is responsible for red hair color
- coloration changes that lead to greater survival, on an evolutionary scale
8 Clues: underlying genetics that cause a phenotype • an organism's struggle to live and reproduce • coloration changes that lead to greater survival, on an evolutionary scale • comparing the genomes of individuals either within a species or between species • a physical characteristic of an organism that is a product of genetics and the environment • ...
(this might be hard tbh) 2024-05-17
7 Clues: first date • where we met • where mobio was • malcolm in the ____ • sparkling water brand • something I always get at target • something you're good at throwing
Bio 2019-01-04
Across
- thing with no membrane bound organelles
- Respiration with oxygen
- Both alleles are expressed
- molecules pass through semipermeable membrane
Down
- An enzyme that helps in polymer formation for RNA/DNA
- Bones that makeup a body
- set of 3 nucleotides
- Mixture/compound is the same
- what is combined to make a product
- study of heredity
- The building blocks of life
11 Clues: study of heredity • set of 3 nucleotides • Respiration with oxygen • Bones that makeup a body • Both alleles are expressed • The building blocks of life • Mixture/compound is the same • what is combined to make a product • thing with no membrane bound organelles • molecules pass through semipermeable membrane • An enzyme that helps in polymer formation for RNA/DNA
Honors Bio 2022-02-14
Across
- gene for a trait is on an autosome
- Graphic representation of genetic inheritance
- Temperature, nutrition, sunlight, chemicals
- gene for the trait is on the X chromosome
Down
- physical expression of a gene
- genetic makeup in letters
- disease where blood doesn’t clot
- Hormones, age
- study of Heredity
- how traits are passed from one generation to the next
- Inherited characteristics
11 Clues: Hormones, age • study of Heredity • genetic makeup in letters • Inherited characteristics • physical expression of a gene • disease where blood doesn’t clot • gene for a trait is on an autosome • gene for the trait is on the X chromosome • Temperature, nutrition, sunlight, chemicals • Graphic representation of genetic inheritance • ...
Irregular Plurals Group 4 2023-10-16
Across
- _____________a written message in business, law, diplomacy
- _____________ parasitic insect
- _____________ small rodents
- _____________a human being
- _____________ small, precise details
- _____________ children, descendants
- _____________ central core of an atom
Down
- _____________ an important work of art, masterpiece
- _____________male cows (bulls)
- _____________a particular position, point, or place (technical, genetics, math)
- _____________ environment or surrounding structure
- _____________ oblong-shaped piece of food, i.e. bread
- _____________a means of doing something
- _____________a cloud of gas in outer space, a clouded spot
- _____________a green area in the desert with a source of water
- _____________ the tallest mammal
- _____________a mature female reproductive cell
17 Clues: _____________a human being • _____________ small rodents • _____________male cows (bulls) • _____________ parasitic insect • _____________ the tallest mammal • _____________ children, descendants • _____________ small, precise details • _____________ central core of an atom • _____________a means of doing something • _____________a mature female reproductive cell • ...
Puzzle Time 2024-04-05
Across
- Organ used for locomotion in bacteria
- Who discovered vaccine?
- Study of heredity and variations
- Name of the DNA unwinding enzyme
- Power house of the cell
- Programmed cell death
- Coding sequence
- Process of Engulfing solid substance
- Substance which induce immune response are called
- Instrument used to view the microrganisms
Down
- This genus cause typhoid fever
- Preliminary test for HIV
- heat resistant variety of prokaryotes
- A type of cell division that results in two daughter cells each having the same
- Enzyme used to join the DNA fragment
- genes causing cancer are called
- Enzyme used to cut DNA
17 Clues: Coding sequence • Programmed cell death • Enzyme used to cut DNA • Who discovered vaccine? • Power house of the cell • Preliminary test for HIV • This genus cause typhoid fever • genes causing cancer are called • Study of heredity and variations • Name of the DNA unwinding enzyme • Enzyme used to join the DNA fragment • Process of Engulfing solid substance • ...
Fundamentals of Health 2023-01-30
Across
- a group of friends compete to get a higher grade
- the safety level in a community
- skateboarding tricks without a helmet
- supporting your friend who is depressed
- getting an antibiotic for an infection
- choices made regarding health
- regularly eating an unhealthy diet
- knowing your needs and how to get them met
- television, internet, radio, magazines
- brushing and flossing your teeth
Down
- a sliding scale
- choosing not to vape
- communication without speaking
- biological parents determine this
- something that affects choices we make
- strategies to say "no"
- marching for equality
17 Clues: a sliding scale • choosing not to vape • marching for equality • strategies to say "no" • choices made regarding health • communication without speaking • the safety level in a community • brushing and flossing your teeth • biological parents determine this • regularly eating an unhealthy diet • skateboarding tricks without a helmet • something that affects choices we make • ...
Challenge 9 spelling words 2022-06-02
10 Clues: Also known as CPR • A series of contests • A quickly fried food. • to relinquish something. • very poisonous material. • A traditional type of pasta • A genetics passed onto children. • To see if you understand a topic. • line up something to be straight. • sharp knife attached at the end of a gun.
