genetics Crossword Puzzles
Shashish's genetics crossword 2024-01-05
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- A genotype with one dominant and one recessive allele
- deoxyribonucleuic acid
- An uppercase or lowercase letter that combines with another to make a genotype.
- thread structures that make DNA
- An allele that is lowercase and is not shown when a dominant allele is present.
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- An allele that is uppercase and is always shown as a phenotype.
- An organisms physical traits.
- The two alleles that determine a trait in an organism.
- A genotype with two of the same alleles
9 Clues: deoxyribonucleuic acid • An organisms physical traits. • thread structures that make DNA • A genotype with two of the same alleles • A genotype with one dominant and one recessive allele • The two alleles that determine a trait in an organism. • An allele that is uppercase and is always shown as a phenotype. • ...
Genetics Unit #2 2023-03-09
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- abnormal cell growth
- A cancer-causing substance that work by interacting with a cell's DNA and inducing genetic mutations.
- A chart that shows the size, number and shape of all the chromosomes in an organism. Scientist use the size, centromere position, and banding pattern to match the chromosomes.
- Deoxyribonucleic Acid. It provides instructions or blue prints to make proteins.
- A subunit of DNA that is made of one phosphate, a sugar molecule and one nitrogen base.
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- A permanent change in the DNA sequence. These changes can either cause harm, have no effect, or occasionally improve an organism's chance of survival.
- A chemical or physical agent that interacts with DNA and causes a mutation.
- Rod-shaped structures composed of DNA and protein that function to organize the genetic material so that it can be properly passed on during cell division.
- the study of environmental influence on gene expression that occurs without a DNA change
9 Clues: abnormal cell growth • A chemical or physical agent that interacts with DNA and causes a mutation. • Deoxyribonucleic Acid. It provides instructions or blue prints to make proteins. • A subunit of DNA that is made of one phosphate, a sugar molecule and one nitrogen base. • the study of environmental influence on gene expression that occurs without a DNA change • ...
Adaptations and Rocks. 2021-03-02
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- What organisms get their structures from
- An organism that has the same structure and is related to Common Ancestor
- What is mainly needed in genetics
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- A law that states the ones on top are the youngest ones and the lower rocks are the oldest
- What helps organisms survive in the environment
- The foot Print or behinds of an animal/organism
- The upgrade of a type of species (Starts with an E)
- Another name for Rock Layers
8 Clues: Another name for Rock Layers • What is mainly needed in genetics • What organisms get their structures from • What helps organisms survive in the environment • The foot Print or behinds of an animal/organism • The upgrade of a type of species (Starts with an E) • An organism that has the same structure and is related to Common Ancestor • ...
Ranch & Rodeo Crossword 2022 2022-07-24
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- the way a horse's body is put together
- a bad habit a horse has
- walk, trot, and lope are all examples of this term
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- Rubble is this breed of horse, bred for looks and not good genetics
- the type of vision a horse has
- the act of brushing our horse to remove dirt and debris
- the person who trims and sometimes shoes a horse's hooves
7 Clues: a bad habit a horse has • the type of vision a horse has • the way a horse's body is put together • walk, trot, and lope are all examples of this term • the act of brushing our horse to remove dirt and debris • the person who trims and sometimes shoes a horse's hooves • Rubble is this breed of horse, bred for looks and not good genetics
Is there a medication that helps prolong life 2023-03-03
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- An adult male human being.
- The end of a life of a person or organism
- The most common eye color
- A young human being below the age of puberty
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- An adult female human being.
- the scientific study of genes and heredity—of how certain qualities or traits are passed from parents to offspring as a result of changes in DNA sequence.
- Human beings in general
7 Clues: Human beings in general • The most common eye color • An adult male human being. • An adult female human being. • The end of a life of a person or organism • A young human being below the age of puberty • the scientific study of genes and heredity—of how certain qualities or traits are passed from parents to offspring as a result of changes in DNA sequence.
Darwin and his theory 2023-03-24
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- a change in organisms that help it survive and reproduce
- change over time
- selection process by which humans put organisms with certain characteristics together to get an offspring with both genetics
- any differences between an organism of the same species
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- a group of similar organisms
- preserved remains of a dead organism
- selection individuals more adapted to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce
- theory a well-tested concept that explains something not proven to be fully true
8 Clues: change over time • a group of similar organisms • preserved remains of a dead organism • any differences between an organism of the same species • a change in organisms that help it survive and reproduce • theory a well-tested concept that explains something not proven to be fully true • ...
Branches of Biology 2023-09-02
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- study of the relationships between organisms and their environments.
- study of heredity, genes, and how traits are passed from one generation to the next.
- study of how species evolve and change over time.
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- study of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
- study of animals and their behavior, physiology, and classification.
- study of plants and their life processes.
- study of the impact of human activities on the environment.
- study of how living organisms function at the organ and cellular levels.
8 Clues: study of plants and their life processes. • study of how species evolve and change over time. • study of the impact of human activities on the environment. • study of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. • study of animals and their behavior, physiology, and classification. • study of the relationships between organisms and their environments. • ...
Hereditary 2024-02-18
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- ______variations are the traits that different from those of family.
- ______is the father of modern genetics.
- ______traits are the traits that are shown in every generations.
- ______traits are the traits that are shown in only some generations.
- ______is the process that traits are passed on.
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- The characteristics that parents pass onto their children are called______.
- ______is the act of passing on something from one to another.
- ______are the basic units of living things which carry information that determines traits.
8 Clues: ______is the father of modern genetics. • ______is the process that traits are passed on. • ______is the act of passing on something from one to another. • ______traits are the traits that are shown in every generations. • ______variations are the traits that different from those of family. • ______traits are the traits that are shown in only some generations. • ...
Branches of Life Science Vocabulary 2011-11-17
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- The branch of science concerned with classification of organisms
- The branch of science that studies viruses and very small living things
- The animal life of a particular area or time
- The study of plants
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- The study of the interaction of people with their environment
- The branch of medicine that deals with the laboratory examination of disease
- The study of living organisms, divided into many specialized fields
- The study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics
8 Clues: The study of plants • The animal life of a particular area or time • The study of the interaction of people with their environment • The branch of science concerned with classification of organisms • The study of living organisms, divided into many specialized fields • The study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics • ...
RWL 1 & 2 2024-02-01
Genetics and heredity 2017-10-17
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- genetic material found in all organism that gives instructions to make new organisms
- a trait that appears in the SECOND generation when parents that have different traits breed
- a trait that appears in the FIRST generation when parents that have different traits breed
- a feature that has different forms in a population
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- a structure in the nucleus of a cell that is made of DNA and proteins
- the study of traits being passed by DNA
- a specific variation of a genetic characteristic
- the passing of traits from parent to offspring
- instructions for inherited traits
9 Clues: instructions for inherited traits • the study of traits being passed by DNA • the passing of traits from parent to offspring • a specific variation of a genetic characteristic • a feature that has different forms in a population • a structure in the nucleus of a cell that is made of DNA and proteins • ...
Teratogen’s 2022-09-12
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- a physical agent
- triggered through conditions outside of the womb
- outside factors that influence the growing fetus; e.g. pollutants
- this is caused by a pair of defective genes, one from each parent
- a type of chemical/drug agent
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- the interaction of one or more genes and environmental factors
- Factors which result from gene deficiency, abnormality, chromosome rearrangement, deletion, or excess
- this maternal factor may cause a fetus to have neural tube defects or birth defects of the brain and spinal cord
- autosomal ____ is caused by a single defective gene
9 Clues: a physical agent • a type of chemical/drug agent • triggered through conditions outside of the womb • autosomal ____ is caused by a single defective gene • the interaction of one or more genes and environmental factors • outside factors that influence the growing fetus; e.g. pollutants • this is caused by a pair of defective genes, one from each parent • ...
Genetics test crossword puzzle 2020-12-08
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- particular, different forms of genes
- the arrangement of homologous pairs of chromosomes, starting with the longest and ending with the smallest pair
- a full set of chromosomes of one organism
- (of a trait) that is visible when an organism has two recessive alleles
- an organism with identical sets of alleles with specific traits
- a specific position on the chromosome, where a gene is located
- the entirety of the genetic information of an organism
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- continuing structure of nucleic acids, found in the cell nucleus (in eukaryotes they are composed of DNA and protein, whereas in prokaryotes, it consists of circular DNA molecule)
- a heritable factor that is made of a length of DNA and impacts particular characteristic
- an individual who has two different alleles
- an individual who has a recessive allele for a genetic trait, present in genotype, but it is invisible in phenotype
- (of a trait) only one gene of that type is necessary for it to be visible in the phenotype
- a protein that provides structural support to a chromosome
13 Clues: particular, different forms of genes • a full set of chromosomes of one organism • an individual who has two different alleles • the entirety of the genetic information of an organism • a protein that provides structural support to a chromosome • a specific position on the chromosome, where a gene is located • ...
Info flow and genetics 2019-04-04
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- a cluster of genes that are transcribed together
- ends the end of DNA molecules generated when a restriction enzyme cuts in a staggered way
- a small, generally self-replicating, circular piece of DNA
- a method used to amplify a specific DNA segment
- a DNA molecule used to carry foreign DNA into another cell
- the genetic alteration of a cell resulting from the direct uptake and incorporation of exogenous genetic material from its surrounding through the cell membrane
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- a method in which electric pulses are used to form pores in the cell membrane for the purposes of transformation
- an enzymatic technique used to cut DNA molecules at specific sites
- a short strand of DNA or RNA that serves as a starting point for DNA synthesis
- the process of determining the nucleotide sequence of a DNA molecule
- the process of joining together the ends of two DNA or RNA molecules
- a gene that confers sucrose sensitivity
- a short DNA segment which contains multiple restriction sites
13 Clues: a gene that confers sucrose sensitivity • a method used to amplify a specific DNA segment • a cluster of genes that are transcribed together • a small, generally self-replicating, circular piece of DNA • a DNA molecule used to carry foreign DNA into another cell • a short DNA segment which contains multiple restriction sites • ...
Intro to Genetics 2021-05-27
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- type of allele that is visibly expressed in an organism. Represented by a capital letter ("A")
- different forms of the same gene (e.g. brown hair, black hair)
- shortened DNA molecule
- passing of traits from parents to offspring
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- double strand shape of DNA
- part of DNA between the strands. Provides genetic code
- segment or part of DNA that determines an organism's traits (e.g. hair color)
- characteristic of living organism (can be learned or behavioral)
- type of allele that is present at the gene level but will only show itself in the organism if there is a dominant allele present. Represented by a lower case letter ("a")
9 Clues: shortened DNA molecule • double strand shape of DNA • passing of traits from parents to offspring • part of DNA between the strands. Provides genetic code • different forms of the same gene (e.g. brown hair, black hair) • characteristic of living organism (can be learned or behavioral) • segment or part of DNA that determines an organism's traits (e.g. hair color) • ...
Genetics of cancer 2022-11-24
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- inactivation of gene leads to increased likelihood of cancer (constrains cell proliferation)
- Changes of an individual base pair of a DNA sequence
- Part of a chromosome is joined to another chromosome
- Tumour suppressor gene present in over 50% of all cancers
- from single base pairs to whole gene, to large region of chromosome or entire chromosome, This can be detected by karyotype analysis (structural abnormality)
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- a cancer inducing gene
- normal gene likely to be involved in essential functions (proliferation & differentiation)
- A heritable change in genetic material
- increased copies of a gene contributing to oncogenesis by increasing expressions of the gene
9 Clues: a cancer inducing gene • A heritable change in genetic material • Changes of an individual base pair of a DNA sequence • Part of a chromosome is joined to another chromosome • Tumour suppressor gene present in over 50% of all cancers • normal gene likely to be involved in essential functions (proliferation & differentiation) • ...
Genetics Crossword Interaction 2023-01-06
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- The genes given to the offspring by parents
- trait A characteristic passed on from parent to offspring
- Something that describes you
- allele An allele that is represented by a lowercase letter
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- The final outward appearance of the offspring
- variation A difference in inherited characteristics between parent and offspring
- Variations of a specific gene
- allele An allele that is represented by a capital letter
- Passing a trait from parent to offspring
9 Clues: Something that describes you • Variations of a specific gene • Passing a trait from parent to offspring • The genes given to the offspring by parents • The final outward appearance of the offspring • allele An allele that is represented by a capital letter • trait A characteristic passed on from parent to offspring • ...
Genetics Vocab Practice 2023-03-06
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- mendel's name for a specific trait that appeared in the first generation
- exchange of chromosomal segments between a pair of homologous chromosomes during prophase I of meiosis
- observable characteristic that is expressed as a result of an allele pair
- an alternative form that a single gene may have for a particular trait
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- permanent change in a cell's DNA
- mendel's name for a trait that is hidden in the first generation
- an organism's allele pairs
- science of heredity
- functional unit that controls inherited trait expression that is passed on from one generation to another generation
9 Clues: science of heredity • an organism's allele pairs • permanent change in a cell's DNA • mendel's name for a trait that is hidden in the first generation • an alternative form that a single gene may have for a particular trait • mendel's name for a specific trait that appeared in the first generation • ...
Genetics Vocabulary Review 2022-01-18
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- the physical appearance of a trait (blue eyes)
- this means the gene has two different alleles (Rr or Pp)
- the genetic makeup of an organism shown as letters (BB or Bb)
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- the passing of traits from parent to offspring
- this means the gene has two copies of the same allele (RR or rr)
- the study of genes, heredity and genetic variation in living things
- different forms of the same gene (letters)
- an allele shown using a capital letter that is strong and hides recessive alleles
- an allele shown using a lower case letter that is weak and can only be seen if inherited from both parents
9 Clues: different forms of the same gene (letters) • the passing of traits from parent to offspring • the physical appearance of a trait (blue eyes) • this means the gene has two different alleles (Rr or Pp) • the genetic makeup of an organism shown as letters (BB or Bb) • this means the gene has two copies of the same allele (RR or rr) • ...
Intro to Genetics 2022-03-29
9 Clues: A form of gene • They are the same • Codes your traits • They are different • Where DNA is located • When DNA is compacted • Physical traits of the organism • Receiving DNA from one parent only • How traits are passed down from parent to offspring
Genetics of Cancer 2023-08-04
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- Fragments of a chromosome fused with a different chromosome; can produce oncogenes
- When unmutated this gene functions to stimulate normal cell division
- Enzyme adds to the telomeres of a chromosome, inappropriately active in cancer cells
- Mutations here are able to be passed down in families; can cause earlier development of cancer
- This vital function occurs when a cell is beyond repair; this ability is lost in cancerous cells
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- The result of a recessively mutated RB1 tumor suppressor gene
- Proto-oncogene that helps cells progress through the cell cycle when functioning normally
- Mass of cells created by mutated cell cycle checkpoints allowing unregulated division
- Constitutively expressed genes that overproduce proteins promoting cell division
9 Clues: The result of a recessively mutated RB1 tumor suppressor gene • When unmutated this gene functions to stimulate normal cell division • Constitutively expressed genes that overproduce proteins promoting cell division • Fragments of a chromosome fused with a different chromosome; can produce oncogenes • ...
Intro to genetics 2023-11-19
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- The genetic makeup of an organism is
- For a particular character, having the same two factors makes the organism
- The traits that are expressed only in a homozygous genotypic state are
- Differences in characters within closely related groups of organisms are referred to as
- The traits expressed by both homozygous and heterozygous genotypic states are called
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- The externally visible characteristics of an organism is
- The factors responsible for characters are called
- Traits are also known as
- The traits that are expressed by both homozygous and heterozygous genotypic states are called
- The process in which traits are passed from one generation to another is
10 Clues: Traits are also known as • The genetic makeup of an organism is • The factors responsible for characters are called • The externally visible characteristics of an organism is • The traits that are expressed only in a homozygous genotypic state are • The process in which traits are passed from one generation to another is • ...
Genetics After Mendel 2024-01-31
Biology Genetics Crossword 2025-04-08
9 Clues: Nucleic Acids • Cell Division Occurs • Both alleles required • The traits are the same • Cytoplasm Division Occurs • Only one allele is needed • Changes in the genetic code • They have different traits present • The making of biomolecules like enzymes
What I Thought I Knew- SPED 343 2021-12-18
5 Clues: Most learning disabilities occur in • Most common cause of intellectual disabilities • This relative is most affected by SPED student • Most SPED students are placed in a ____ classroom • Most important document for a student with disability
Respiratory System Review 2024-02-15
5 Clues: Different forms of a gene • A specific characteristic • The scientific study of heredity • The passing of physical characteristics from parents to offspring • The offspring of many generations that have the same form of a trait
Genetics Review 2019-05-10
5 Clues: specific version of a gene • differences among expressed traits • monk who first studied inheritance (genetics) • expressed trait even if only 1 allele is present • trait expressed ONLY if there are 2 of the same allele
Science 2023-07-19
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- Archaeology is the study of human history and culture through the excavation and analysis of artifacts, structures, and other physical remains. Archaeologists uncover ancient civilizations, reconstruct past societies, and provide insights into the development of human culture and technology over thousands of years. Archaeology helps us understand our shared heritage.
- Chemistry is the study of matter, its properties, and the changes it undergoes. Chemists investigate the composition, structure, and behavior of substances at the atomic and molecular levels. Chemistry helps us understand the building blocks of the world and plays a crucial role in various fields, from medicine to environmental science.
- Meteorology is the study of the Earth's atmosphere and weather patterns. Meteorologists analyze and predict weather conditions, such as temperature, precipitation, and wind patterns, to help us understand and prepare for various weather phenomena, including storms, hurricanes, and climate change. Meteorology contributes to our daily lives and safety.
- Neuroscience is the study of the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and neurons. Neuroscientists investigate how the brain functions, processes information, and controls behavior and emotions. Neuroscience plays a vital role in understanding mental health, cognitive processes, and the complex workings of the human mind.
- Science Computer Science is the study of computers, computing technologies, and their applications. It encompasses programming, algorithms, data structures, and the development of software and hardware systems. Computer science drives innovation in technology, enabling us to create computer programs, design websites, and develop new technologies that shape our modern world.
- Paleontology is the study of prehistoric life through the examination of fossils. Paleontologists uncover and analyze fossils to reconstruct the history of life on Earth, including the evolution of species and the ancient environments they inhabited. Paleontology provides valuable insights into the origins and development of life over millions of years.
- Geology is the study of the Earth's solid materials, including rocks, minerals, and the processes that shape the planet. Geologists investigate the Earth's history, structure, and natural resources. They help us understand the formation of mountains, earthquakes, and the Earth's dynamic processes over millions of years.
- Physics is the study of matter, energy, and the fundamental laws that govern the universe. Physicists explore the nature of forces, motion, electricity, magnetism, and the behavior of particles at the atomic and subatomic levels. Physics allows us to understand the fundamental principles that shape our world and drive technological advancements.
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- Robotics is the interdisciplinary field that combines engineering, computer science, and artificial intelligence to design, build, and program robots. Robotics involves creating machines that can perform tasks autonomously or with human interaction. It plays a significant role in automation, industry, healthcare, and exploration of hazardous environments.
- Science Environmental Science is the study of the Earth's ecosystems and the impact of human activity on the environment. It encompasses various disciplines, including biology, chemistry, and geology, to understand and address environmental issues such as pollution, climate change, and conservation. Environmental science helps us make informed decisions to protect our planet.
- Botany is the study of plants, including their structure, growth, reproduction, and classification. Botanists examine different types of plants, from trees to flowers to algae, and explore their ecological roles and importance in sustaining life on Earth. Botany plays a crucial role in agriculture, conservation, and the study of ecosystems.
- Zoology is the study of animals, their behavior, classification, and evolution. Zoologists investigate various aspects of animal life, including their anatomy, physiology, and interactions with their habitats. The study of zoology helps us understand the incredible diversity and fascinating adaptations of creatures big and small that share our planet.
- Anthropology is the study of human societies, cultures, and their development. Anthropologists examine various aspects of human life, including language, social structures, beliefs, and traditions. It helps us understand the diversity of human experiences, past and present, and provides valuable insights into our shared humanity.
- Genetics is the study of genes, heredity, and the variation of organisms. Geneticists investigate how traits are passed from one generation to another and explore the mechanisms underlying inheritance and genetic disorders. Genetics plays a crucial role in understanding evolution, human health, and advancements in biotechnology.
- Biology is the study of living organisms and their interactions with the environment. It encompasses the diversity of life, from microscopic cells to complex ecosystems. Biologists investigate various aspects of life, including anatomy, genetics, and ecology, to better understand the interconnectedness of all living things.
- Astronomy is the study of celestial objects, such as stars, planets, and galaxies. Astronomers use telescopes and other tools to observe and understand the universe. It explores the mysteries of outer space and helps us learn about the vastness and beauty of the cosmos.
16 Clues: Astronomy is the study of celestial objects, such as stars, planets, and galaxies. Astronomers use telescopes and other tools to observe and understand the universe. It explores the mysteries of outer space and helps us learn about the vastness and beauty of the cosmos. • ...
Science :) 2022-12-07
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- the smallest unit that can live on its own and that makes up all living organisms and the tissues of the body
- the cellular machinery responsible for making proteins
- the father of genetics
- the firm non living layer that encloses and supports the cells of most plants,bacteria,fungi,and algae
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- contains your genes found in the nucleus
- the process of learning about the natural world
- the study of living organisms
- two alleles for one trait that. Are different
8 Clues: the father of genetics • the study of living organisms • contains your genes found in the nucleus • two alleles for one trait that. Are different • the process of learning about the natural world • the cellular machinery responsible for making proteins • the firm non living layer that encloses and supports the cells of most plants,bacteria,fungi,and algae • ...
Bladder Cancer 2022-05-17
Across
- an activity that lets nicotine into your body and increases the risk of cancer
- a treatment that uses high energy waves to destroy cancer cells
- a type of drug that attacks certain types of cancer
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- physical removal of the cancer
- a drug that attacks fast-growing cells
- inherited traits of DNA that may lead to higher risk of a certain type of cancer
- cell division gone wrong
- when cells join together to create an abnormal growth of tissue
8 Clues: cell division gone wrong • physical removal of the cancer • a drug that attacks fast-growing cells • a type of drug that attacks certain types of cancer • a treatment that uses high energy waves to destroy cancer cells • when cells join together to create an abnormal growth of tissue • an activity that lets nicotine into your body and increases the risk of cancer • ...
Biology Revision 2022-05-28
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- Form the basic structural unit of nucleic acids
- A form of cell division that produces non-identical haploid daughter cells.
- The set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.
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- DNA
- A type of cell division that produces two genetically identical daughter cells.
- Contains genetic information in the form of genes.
- The genetic make-up of an individual organism
- The study of genes, heredity and variation of inherited characteristics.
8 Clues: DNA • The genetic make-up of an individual organism • Form the basic structural unit of nucleic acids • Contains genetic information in the form of genes. • The study of genes, heredity and variation of inherited characteristics. • A form of cell division that produces non-identical haploid daughter cells. • ...
Genetics and heredity terms 2024-01-30
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- the study of how genes and how traits are passed down from one generation to the next
- a distinguishing quality or characteristic, typically one belonging to a person.
- the inheritance of traits that are typically passed vertically from parent to child where both the parent and the child are affected by the trait or disorder that is related to that gene.
- The genotype of an organism is its complete set of genetic material. Genotype can also be used to refer to the alleles or variants an individual carries in a particular gene or genetic location
- a threadlike structure of nucleic acids and protein found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information in the form of genes.
- passed from parents to offspring and contain the information needed to specify physical and biological traits.
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- The Punnett square is a square diagram that is used to predict the genotypes of a particular cross or breeding experiment. It is named after Reginald C.
- a trait that must be contributed by both parents in order to appear in the offspring
- having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes.
- the set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.
- having inherited the same versions (alleles) of a genomic marker from each biological parent
- the passing on of physical or mental characteristics genetically from one generation to another
- one of two or more alternative forms of a gene that arise by mutation and are found at the same place on a chromosome.
13 Clues: having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes. • a distinguishing quality or characteristic, typically one belonging to a person. • a trait that must be contributed by both parents in order to appear in the offspring • the study of how genes and how traits are passed down from one generation to the next • ...
Genetics CW Puzzle Fitz 2025-02-05
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- shape in a pedigree that represents females
- shape in a pedigree that represents males
- occurs when both phenotypes are expressed in a heterozygous individual
- the allele that is always expressed if present; represented by a capital letter
- the allele combination for a trait
- the physical characteristic that is expressed based on the genotype
- tool that shows the inherited trait as it is passed through a biological family tree
- the two alleles in the genotype are different
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- _______ dominance occurs when a heterozygous individual shows a blending of the two phenotypes
- the allele that is only expressed if the dominant allele is not present; represented by a lower case letter
- both alleles in the genotype are the same
- occurs when a trait is attached to the X or Y chromosome
- ____ square is a tool that is used to predict the probability of a trait in the offspring
13 Clues: the allele combination for a trait • shape in a pedigree that represents males • both alleles in the genotype are the same • shape in a pedigree that represents females • the two alleles in the genotype are different • occurs when a trait is attached to the X or Y chromosome • the physical characteristic that is expressed based on the genotype • ...
Genetics and Heredity 2019-02-26
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- A physical characteristic; gene codes for it
- Tightly wound structures of DNA
- Section of a chromosome; codes for a specific trait
- Choices of a Gene
- Same alleles for genotype ratio
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- Which process starts and ends with 46 chromosomes
- The ratio of alleles in a cell
- Two or more different alleles for a genotype ratio
- Which process creates cells with 23 chromosomes?
9 Clues: Choices of a Gene • The ratio of alleles in a cell • Tightly wound structures of DNA • Same alleles for genotype ratio • A physical characteristic; gene codes for it • Which process creates cells with 23 chromosomes? • Which process starts and ends with 46 chromosomes • Two or more different alleles for a genotype ratio • ...
Genetics and Heredity 2017-11-02
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- A structure in the nucleus of a cell that is made up of DNA & proteins
- a trait that appears in the FIRST generation when parents that have different traits breed
- a trait that appears in the SECOND generation when parents that have different traits breed
- The study of how traits are passed to new passing organisms through DNA
- A specific variation of a genetic characteristic
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- Instructions for inherited traits (a specific part of a DNA strand)
- The passing of traits from parent to offspring
- A feature that has different froms in a population Ex:height
- Genetic material in all living things that gives instructions to create new organism
9 Clues: The passing of traits from parent to offspring • A specific variation of a genetic characteristic • A feature that has different froms in a population Ex:height • Instructions for inherited traits (a specific part of a DNA strand) • A structure in the nucleus of a cell that is made up of DNA & proteins • ...
Genetics Crossword Puzzle 2021-11-30
10 Clues: tt • TT • Square • X chromosome • Y chromosome • change in Genes • collection of genes • Physical appearance • From parent to child • dominant or recessive
genetics crossword glossary 2013-05-27
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- Occurring, growing, or existing before the customary, correct, or assigned time
- A thin, tough, membranous sac that encloses the embryo or fetus of a mammal, bird, or reptile. It is filled with a serous fluid in which the embryo is suspended.
- Within or administered into a vein.
- The replacement of stale or noxious air with fresh air.
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- The period of development in the uterus from conception until birth; pregnancy.
- Membranous tissue composed of one or more layers of cells separated by very little intercellular substance and forming the covering of most internal and external surfaces of the body and its organs.
- Of long duration; continuing
- A physician who specializes in obstetrics.
- Develop or be the first to use or apply
9 Clues: Of long duration; continuing • Within or administered into a vein. • Develop or be the first to use or apply • A physician who specializes in obstetrics. • The replacement of stale or noxious air with fresh air. • The period of development in the uterus from conception until birth; pregnancy. • ...
Genetics Vocabulary Crossword 2023-03-21
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- Having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes.
- Relating to or denoting heritable characteristics which are controlled by genes that are expressed in offspring even when inherited from only one parent.
- The genetic constitution of an individual organism.
- One of two or more alternative forms of a gene that arise by mutation and are found at the same place on a chromosome.
- The set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.
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- Relating to or denoting heritable characteristics controlled by genes that are expressed in offspring only when inherited from both parents.
- Having two identical alleles of a particular gene or genes.
- A genetically determined characteristic.
- A trait or variants encoded in DNA and passed from parent to offspring during reproduction.
9 Clues: A genetically determined characteristic. • The genetic constitution of an individual organism. • Having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes. • Having two identical alleles of a particular gene or genes. • A trait or variants encoded in DNA and passed from parent to offspring during reproduction. • ...
Genetics - week 14 2021-02-23
Across
- of individual of the same species that live in the same area.
- weather in an area over a long period of time.
- struggle between two organisms to survive in a habitat with limited resources.
- of ecosystems that share similar climates and organisms.
- of earth in which life exists including land, water, and air or atmosphere.
- between two organisms where one is helped and others is neither helped or harmed.
- of two organisms where both benefit.
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- of two organisms where both benefit.
- biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.
- group of independent organisms inhabiting the same region and interacting with each other.
10 Clues: of two organisms where both benefit. • of two organisms where both benefit. • weather in an area over a long period of time. • of ecosystems that share similar climates and organisms. • of individual of the same species that live in the same area. • of earth in which life exists including land, water, and air or atmosphere. • ...
Mendelian Genetics crossword 2021-03-22
Across
- a cell responsible for transmitting DNA to the next generation.
- relating to or determined by polygenes.
- having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes.
- the genetic constitution of an individual organism.
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- the set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.
- of an animal
- any of the forms of a gene that can occupy the same locus
- having two identical alleles of a particular gene or genes.
- relating to or denoting heritable characteristics controlled by genes that are expressed in offspring only when inherited from both parents,
9 Clues: of an animal • relating to or determined by polygenes. • the genetic constitution of an individual organism. • any of the forms of a gene that can occupy the same locus • having two identical alleles of a particular gene or genes. • having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes. • a cell responsible for transmitting DNA to the next generation. • ...
Genetics 8 will 2021-05-12
Across
- Research methods are the strategies, processes or techniques utilized in the collection of data or evidence
- variation is a term used to describe the variation in the DNA sequence in each of our genomes
- study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics.
- the science or practice of the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease (in technical use often taken to exclude surgery)
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- Molecular genetics can be defined as “the use of recombinant DNA techniques
- The genetic code is a set of rules defining how the four-letter code of DNA
- the action or process of mutating.
- An organism suitable for studying a specific trait, disease, or phenomenon, due to its short generation time
- Gene regulation refers to the mechanisms that act to induce or repress the expression of a gene.
9 Clues: the action or process of mutating. • study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics. • Molecular genetics can be defined as “the use of recombinant DNA techniques • The genetic code is a set of rules defining how the four-letter code of DNA • variation is a term used to describe the variation in the DNA sequence in each of our genomes • ...
Intro to Genetics 2021-05-27
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- type of allele that is visibly expressed in an organism. Represented by a capital letter (e.g. A)
- different forms of the same gene (e.g. brown hair, black hair)
- shortened DNA molecule
- passing of traits from parents to offspring
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- double strand shape of DNA
- part of DNA between the strands. Provides genetic code for DNA
- segment or part of DNA that determines an organism's traits (e.g. hair color)
- characteristic of living organism (can be learned or behavioral)
- type of allele that is present at the gene level but will only show itself in the organism if there is a dominant allele present. Represented by a lower case letter (e.g. "a")
9 Clues: shortened DNA molecule • double strand shape of DNA • passing of traits from parents to offspring • part of DNA between the strands. Provides genetic code for DNA • different forms of the same gene (e.g. brown hair, black hair) • characteristic of living organism (can be learned or behavioral) • ...
DNA and Genetics 2022-07-06
9 Clues: RNA • DNA's structure • group that forms DNA • building block of DNA • bonds together with thymine • change in the nucleotide sequence • the process of making RNA from DNA • The process of making a protein from RNA • copying a DNA molecule to make another DNA molecule.
DNA and genetics 2024-02-11
Across
- pairs with adenine
- an individual's genetic code
- organelle which holds the genetic material
- complementary bases of DNA
- fruit that we extracted DNA from
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- threadlike structures carrying genetic material made up of one strand of DNA
- observable characteristics from genotype and environment interacting
- DNA
- pairs with cytosine
9 Clues: DNA • pairs with adenine • pairs with cytosine • complementary bases of DNA • an individual's genetic code • fruit that we extracted DNA from • organelle which holds the genetic material • observable characteristics from genotype and environment interacting • threadlike structures carrying genetic material made up of one strand of DNA
Genetics in Science 2024-05-02
9 Clues: Apearance • Passed down • Like a gene • Hides ressesive • Trait that is who you are • Genetic makeup of organism • Instructions to make you, you • Only is shown if Dominant is absent • Give idea of what offspring will look like.
DNA and Genetics 2024-10-23
9 Clues: shape of DNA • used to view cells • number of bases in DNA • controls cell activities • contains sap, water and sugar • a cell that has a specific job • molecule that holds your information • controls the entry and exit in the cell • cell that can become lots of different cells
Genetics and Heredity 2025-10-22
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- one of a pair of genes that occupies the same position on homologous chromosomes
- an allele that will not determine the phenotype unless the genotype is homozygous for that allele
- a genotype in which both alleles are identical
- a section of DNA that carries the code for a protein or RNA molecule
- square a tool used to predict the genotype and phenotype of offspring
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- when two alleles are put together, the two-letter set that represents the alleles an organism possesses for a certain trait
- a genotype with two different alleles
- the observable expression of an organism’s genes
- an allele that will determine phenotype if just one is present in the genotype
9 Clues: a genotype with two different alleles • a genotype in which both alleles are identical • the observable expression of an organism’s genes • a section of DNA that carries the code for a protein or RNA molecule • square a tool used to predict the genotype and phenotype of offspring • an allele that will determine phenotype if just one is present in the genotype • ...
Heredity Vocabulary 2017-10-17
Across
- a feature that has different forms in a population
- a trait that appears in the second generation when parents that have different traits breed
- from parent to offspring
- a trait that appears in the first generation when parents that have different traits breed
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- a structure in the nucleus of a cell that is made of DNA and proteins
- a specific vaviation of a genetic characteristic
- genetic material in all living things that gives instructions to create a new organism
- instructions for inherited traits
- the study of how traits are passed
9 Clues: from parent to offspring • instructions for inherited traits • the study of how traits are passed • a specific vaviation of a genetic characteristic • a feature that has different forms in a population • a structure in the nucleus of a cell that is made of DNA and proteins • genetic material in all living things that gives instructions to create a new organism • ...
Bunch Game 2022-03-21
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- A band on a chromosome that controls DNA
- A trait or gene that will overpower another it only takes one version to be expressed
- Study of how traits get passed down from parents to children
- trait A trait that is hidden or overpowered only expressed if BOTH genes are recessive
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- Genetic makeup of an organism
- Characteristic which can be easily observed
- Physical appearance of an organism
- An organism that has 2 different versions of a gene.
- A version of a trait/gene for example: blue tail gene or orange tail gene.
9 Clues: Genetic makeup of an organism • Physical appearance of an organism • A band on a chromosome that controls DNA • Characteristic which can be easily observed • An organism that has 2 different versions of a gene. • Study of how traits get passed down from parents to children • A version of a trait/gene for example: blue tail gene or orange tail gene. • ...
Genetic Vocabulary 2022-03-30
Across
- branch of biology that studies heredity
- alternative forms of a gene for each variation of a trait of an organism
- when there are two identical alleles for a trait
- outward appearance of an organism, regardless of its genes
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- observed trait of an organism that masks the recessive form of a trait
- when there are two different alleles for a trait
- trait of an organism that can be masked by the dominant form of a trait
- cell with each kind of chromosome
- combination of genes in an organism
9 Clues: cell with each kind of chromosome • combination of genes in an organism • branch of biology that studies heredity • when there are two different alleles for a trait • when there are two identical alleles for a trait • outward appearance of an organism, regardless of its genes • observed trait of an organism that masks the recessive form of a trait • ...
Communicable Diseases 2023-03-14
Across
- The four pathogens are viruses, protozoa, fungi, and _______.
- This pathogen causes deadly diseases like malaria.
- The scientific name for germs that cause infectious diseases.
- Communicable diseases are mostly caused by genetics, environmental factors, and ________ choices.
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- Live in warm, damp places. Cannot make their own food, but get nourishment from plants, foods, and animals. (ex: mold)
- ___________ diseases are infectious and spread or are contagious.
- This medicine only cures bacterial infections.
- This pathogen can only survive by using a host (like a human) to make copies of itself.
- Noncommunicable diseases are often _________ meaning ongoing.
9 Clues: This medicine only cures bacterial infections. • This pathogen causes deadly diseases like malaria. • The four pathogens are viruses, protozoa, fungi, and _______. • Noncommunicable diseases are often _________ meaning ongoing. • The scientific name for germs that cause infectious diseases. • ___________ diseases are infectious and spread or are contagious. • ...
Genetics Lab Project Cross Word 2022-04-25
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- /A diagram that is used by geneticists to determine the probability that an offspring would have a particular trait
- /shows that trait when only one dominant allele is present
- /carry instructions that determine a person's traits
- /the passing of characteristics from one generation to the next
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- /the appearance of an organism or the trait that you see
- /Only shows the trait when there are two copies of an allele
- /a difference or variance in a gene that gives you the specific trait
- /father of modern genetics
- /the genetic makeup of an organism
9 Clues: /father of modern genetics • /the genetic makeup of an organism • /carry instructions that determine a person's traits • /the appearance of an organism or the trait that you see • /shows that trait when only one dominant allele is present • /Only shows the trait when there are two copies of an allele • /the passing of characteristics from one generation to the next • ...
science definition 2017-02-07
Across
- person one more remote than a grandparent, from whom one is descended
- to biology or living organisms
- carrying genetic information in the form of genes
- complete set of genes or genetic material present in a cell or organism.
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- dissorder (specfically the face)
- of a flower or plant with pollen from another flower or plant
- the genetic propertiesor features of an organism, characteristic, etc
- more powerful gene
- Quality or feature regarded as a characteristic or inherent part of someone or something
9 Clues: more powerful gene • to biology or living organisms • dissorder (specfically the face) • carrying genetic information in the form of genes • of a flower or plant with pollen from another flower or plant • the genetic propertiesor features of an organism, characteristic, etc • person one more remote than a grandparent, from whom one is descended • ...
Heredity Vocabulary 2017-10-17
Across
- a feature that has different forms in a population
- a specific viviation of a genetic characteristic
- a trait that appears in the second generation when parents that have different traits breed
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- a trait that appears in the first generation when parents that have different traits breed
- instructions for inherited traits
- genetic material in all living things that gives instructions to create a new organism
- a structure in the nucleus of a cell that is made of DNA and proteins
- the passing of traits from parent to offspring
- the study of how traits are passed
9 Clues: instructions for inherited traits • the study of how traits are passed • the passing of traits from parent to offspring • a specific viviation of a genetic characteristic • a feature that has different forms in a population • a structure in the nucleus of a cell that is made of DNA and proteins • ...
Heredity & Traits 2019-03-20
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- study of heredity and variation in organisms
- tightly bound bundle of DNA
- trait that is typically less likely to show in a population
- changes/mistakes made that can affect DNA (can be natural or from outside factors)
- section of chromosome that carries information for a specific characteristic
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- this trait is typically shown more in a population, blocks recessive traits from showing
- group of living things in the line of descent from an ancestor
- passing of traits to the next generation
- characteristic such as eye color, hair color, height, etc.
9 Clues: tightly bound bundle of DNA • passing of traits to the next generation • study of heredity and variation in organisms • characteristic such as eye color, hair color, height, etc. • trait that is typically less likely to show in a population • group of living things in the line of descent from an ancestor • ...
Vocabulary game 2017-09-29
Across
- one brain cancer
- a disease caused by an uncontrolled division of abnormal cells in a part of the body
- term used in genetics to refer to an irreversible change in the sequence of a genome (DNA or RNA)
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- Abnormal growing mass
- name of the virus
- trash bags that swallow viruses, bacteria and cellular debris to make the body healthy
- gives immunity to a certain disease
7 Clues: one brain cancer • name of the virus • Abnormal growing mass • gives immunity to a certain disease • a disease caused by an uncontrolled division of abnormal cells in a part of the body • trash bags that swallow viruses, bacteria and cellular debris to make the body healthy • ...
Is there a medication that helps prolong life 2023-03-03
Across
- An adult male human being.
- The end of a life of a person or organism
- The most common eye color
- A young human being below the age of puberty
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- An adult female human being.
- the scientific study of genes and heredity—of how certain qualities or traits are passed from parents to offspring as a result of changes in DNA sequence.
- Human beings in general
7 Clues: Human beings in general • The most common eye color • An adult male human being. • An adult female human being. • The end of a life of a person or organism • A young human being below the age of puberty • the scientific study of genes and heredity—of how certain qualities or traits are passed from parents to offspring as a result of changes in DNA sequence.
Is there a medication that helps prolong life 2023-03-03
Across
- An adult male human being.
- The end of a life of a person or organism
- The most common eye color
- A young human being below the age of puberty
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- An adult female human being.
- the scientific study of genes and heredity—of how certain qualities or traits are passed from parents to offspring as a result of changes in DNA sequence.
- Human beings in general
7 Clues: Human beings in general • The most common eye color • An adult male human being. • An adult female human being. • The end of a life of a person or organism • A young human being below the age of puberty • the scientific study of genes and heredity—of how certain qualities or traits are passed from parents to offspring as a result of changes in DNA sequence.
Is there a medication that helps prolong life 2023-03-03
Across
- An adult male human being.
- The end of a life of a person or organism
- The most common eye color
- A young human being below the age of puberty
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- An adult female human being.
- the scientific study of genes and heredity—of how certain qualities or traits are passed from parents to offspring as a result of changes in DNA sequence.
- Human beings in general
7 Clues: Human beings in general • The most common eye color • An adult male human being. • An adult female human being. • The end of a life of a person or organism • A young human being below the age of puberty • the scientific study of genes and heredity—of how certain qualities or traits are passed from parents to offspring as a result of changes in DNA sequence.
Is there a medication that helps prolong life 2023-03-03
Across
- An adult male human being.
- The end of a life of a person or organism
- The most common eye color
- A young human being below the age of puberty
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- An adult female human being.
- the scientific study of genes and heredity—of how certain qualities or traits are passed from parents to offspring as a result of changes in DNA sequence.
- Human beings in general
7 Clues: Human beings in general • The most common eye color • An adult male human being. • An adult female human being. • The end of a life of a person or organism • A young human being below the age of puberty • the scientific study of genes and heredity—of how certain qualities or traits are passed from parents to offspring as a result of changes in DNA sequence.
Families Crossword 2022-03-24
Across
- What did Gregor Mendel study?
- Siblings may look very different from each other (true or false)
- What determines an organism's traits? (ATP, DNA, or GPS)
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- What color pea plant would a purple pea plant have as offspring?
- What type of plant did Gregor Mendel work with?
- Offspring inherit every trait from both parents (true or false?)
- Offspring inherit traits that are ______ their parents (similar, different, opposite)
- Would a tall pea plant have a tall or short baby?
8 Clues: What did Gregor Mendel study? • What type of plant did Gregor Mendel work with? • Would a tall pea plant have a tall or short baby? • What determines an organism's traits? (ATP, DNA, or GPS) • What color pea plant would a purple pea plant have as offspring? • Offspring inherit every trait from both parents (true or false?) • ...
Genetics Vocab - Sadie C. 2021-01-08
Across
- the traits you have inherited are the result of your ____, the makeup of your specific genes as passed on from your ancestors.
- a biologist who specializes in genetics.
- ___ is the biological process responsible for passing on physical traits from one generation to another.
- ___ means to be in control.
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- the ____ is how genetic and environmental influences come together to create an organism’s physical appearance and behavior.
- reproduction without the fusion of gametes.
- You're the _____ of your biological parents.
- what makes you uniquely you.
- is a gene that can be masked by a dominant gene.
9 Clues: ___ means to be in control. • what makes you uniquely you. • a biologist who specializes in genetics. • reproduction without the fusion of gametes. • You're the _____ of your biological parents. • is a gene that can be masked by a dominant gene. • ___ is the biological process responsible for passing on physical traits from one generation to another. • ...
Science 2022-03-24
Across
- a possible outcome you could get from your parents
- holding a position by inheritance.
- you _________ your traits from your parents
- having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes.
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- used to guess what the child will look like
- the study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics
- a person regarded as having an innate gift or talent for a particular task or activity.
- can get confused with jeans
- one of two or more alternative forms of a gene that arise by mutation and are found at the same place on a chromosome.
9 Clues: can get confused with jeans • holding a position by inheritance. • used to guess what the child will look like • you _________ your traits from your parents • a possible outcome you could get from your parents • having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes. • the study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics • ...
Test 1 Review 2022-09-27
Across
- A skill that helps develop and improve strength and coordination
- A type of reflex present at birth. Stroke the sole of the foot for toes to fan out
- Rapid in the first 2 years of life
- Temperament can change. True or false?
- Reflex where baby grips tightly if you stroke their hand or something touches it!
- Refers to 'normal' intellectual development
- Your 'personality' or rather anger, shyness, etc. level
- Heredity and environment drive this development
- Having a child practice their zipper is a _____ help skill
- How your genetics influences who you are
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- The importance of interaction with your child
- created the hierarchy of physiological, safety, love and belonging, esteem, and self-actualization
- Motor skills to include running, jumping, kicking
- Development to include the child's size and shape
- Speech used in those under two years such as "doggie bark"
- _______ to thrive
- Motor skills to include using scissors and doing up a button
- How your environment influences who you are
- Automatic body response to stimuli
19 Clues: _______ to thrive • Rapid in the first 2 years of life • Automatic body response to stimuli • Temperament can change. True or false? • How your genetics influences who you are • Refers to 'normal' intellectual development • How your environment influences who you are • The importance of interaction with your child • Heredity and environment drive this development • ...
Mutation and genetic engineering 7.4.3-4 2025-01-31
Across
- a technology used to edit genes
- an example of a mutation in eye color
- a mutation that helps an organism's survival
- a research field that tries to find ways to change genetics
- DNA replication is ______ always 100% accurate
- choosing desirable traits and breeding those organisms
- the insertion of genes into cells to cure genetic disorder
- gene therapy is used to help cure ______ _____
- a mutation that harms an organism's survival
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- humans choose what organisms to bred in order to pass on specific traits
- an exact genetic duplicate of an organism
- a permanent change in DNA
- a chart that show inheritance patterns over generations
- something that causes a changed in DNA
- a genetically modified food with large, yellow kernals
- an organism that has had its DNA modified
- using DNA from a species that lives in the cold, in organisms that live in warm temperatures can _________ growing season
- the science ususally used by farmers that involves breeding and caring for animals
18 Clues: a permanent change in DNA • a technology used to edit genes • an example of a mutation in eye color • something that causes a changed in DNA • an exact genetic duplicate of an organism • an organism that has had its DNA modified • a mutation that helps an organism's survival • a mutation that harms an organism's survival • DNA replication is ______ always 100% accurate • ...
Biodiversity and Healthy Society 2025-03-12
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- A group that have different characteristic from each other
- The first species to be extinct due to man made activities
- A group of closely related organisms that are very similar to each other
- It is what ecosystem gives to us humans
- the place where animals live
- A great or plentiful amount
- defined as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being.
- it is the molecule that carries genetic information
- It is a species that are not native to an area
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- the study of classification of fauna and flora
- it means variety of life
- the study of heredity and variation of organisms.
- Animals that primarily live in land
- undesirable state of the natural environment being contaminated with harmful substances
- A region of the earth having particular meteorological conditions.
- complete disappearance of a species from Earth
- Animals that live in marine environments
- it is a biological community that includes all the abiotic factors that affect them
18 Clues: it means variety of life • A great or plentiful amount • the place where animals live • Animals that primarily live in land • It is what ecosystem gives to us humans • Animals that live in marine environments • the study of classification of fauna and flora • complete disappearance of a species from Earth • It is a species that are not native to an area • ...
Is there a medication that helps prolong life 2023-03-03
Across
- An adult male human being.
- The end of a life of a person or organism
- The most common eye color
- A young human being below the age of puberty
Down
- An adult female human being.
- the scientific study of genes and heredity—of how certain qualities or traits are passed from parents to offspring as a result of changes in DNA sequence.
- Human beings in general
7 Clues: Human beings in general • The most common eye color • An adult male human being. • An adult female human being. • The end of a life of a person or organism • A young human being below the age of puberty • the scientific study of genes and heredity—of how certain qualities or traits are passed from parents to offspring as a result of changes in DNA sequence.
Is there a medication that helps prolong life 2023-03-03
Across
- An adult male human being.
- The end of a life of a person or organism
- The most common eye color
- A young human being below the age of puberty
Down
- An adult female human being.
- the scientific study of genes and heredity—of how certain qualities or traits are passed from parents to offspring as a result of changes in DNA sequence.
- Human beings in general
7 Clues: Human beings in general • The most common eye color • An adult male human being. • An adult female human being. • The end of a life of a person or organism • A young human being below the age of puberty • the scientific study of genes and heredity—of how certain qualities or traits are passed from parents to offspring as a result of changes in DNA sequence.
Bipolar Disorder 2025-04-27
Across
- One of the risk factors for Bipolar Disorder involving family
- Diagnostic tool assessing the severity of symptoms on a 0-56 scale
- Used for acute mania and maintainance of disorder
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- Adjunctive medication used for acute agitation and insomnia
- Internationally recognised diagnostic tool for mental illness
- Non-pharmaceutical approach aiming to inform patients and family about the disorder
- Environmental factor associated with nature and is linked to manic episodes
7 Clues: Used for acute mania and maintainance of disorder • Adjunctive medication used for acute agitation and insomnia • Internationally recognised diagnostic tool for mental illness • One of the risk factors for Bipolar Disorder involving family • Diagnostic tool assessing the severity of symptoms on a 0-56 scale • ...
Genetics key words 2020-05-02
Investing in Genetics 2023-05-19
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- P in CRISPR
- The study of tumors (cancerous cells)
- First step of CRISPR editing
- genetic material in human cells
- Agents through which in vivo gene editing is applied
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- A collection of investments
- organisms genetically edited in Japan to lower blood pressure
- ticker symbol for Intellia
- A new method of editing genes
9 Clues: P in CRISPR • ticker symbol for Intellia • A collection of investments • First step of CRISPR editing • A new method of editing genes • genetic material in human cells • The study of tumors (cancerous cells) • Agents through which in vivo gene editing is applied • organisms genetically edited in Japan to lower blood pressure
Genetics Crossword Puzzle 2021-11-30
10 Clues: tt • TT • Square • X chromosome • Y chromosome • change in Genes • collection of genes • Physical appearance • From parent to child • dominant or recessive
Heredity and genetics 2021-12-07
Across
- Biological evolution that occurs by chance
- general term, means change over time
- How reproductively successful an organism is in its environment
- A heritable trait that increases an individual's fitness
- A sequence of DNA that codes for a particular trait
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- Process by which new species are generated
- The process by which traits that improve an organisms chances for survival
- Changes in DNA
- selection Process of selection conducted under human direction
9 Clues: Changes in DNA • general term, means change over time • Process by which new species are generated • Biological evolution that occurs by chance • A sequence of DNA that codes for a particular trait • A heritable trait that increases an individual's fitness • selection Process of selection conducted under human direction • ...
Genetics Crossword Puzzle 2023-12-20
Across
- makes proteins
- a part of the cell that has instructions for proteins
- get from your parents
- it takes instructions from DNA to ribosomes
- a group of things in a specific order
- a feature or part of a living thing
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- different from everything else, special
- the place a person, animal, or plant lives
- a sequence of nucleic acids that codes a protein
9 Clues: makes proteins • get from your parents • a feature or part of a living thing • a group of things in a specific order • different from everything else, special • the place a person, animal, or plant lives • it takes instructions from DNA to ribosomes • a sequence of nucleic acids that codes a protein • a part of the cell that has instructions for proteins
Heredity & Genetics Crossword 2023-10-27
Genetics After Mendel 2024-01-31
Introduction to Genetics 2024-03-08
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- Nitrogenous base that pairs with Cytosine (C)
- Hold together nitrogenous bases (Ex. A-T and C-G)
- The original strand of DNA
- Nitrogenous base that pairs with Adenine (A)
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- Carrier of genetic information that is present in all living things.
- Component of nucleotides that is made up of nitrogen
- Nitrogenous base that pairs with Thymine (T)
- The building blocks of DNA molecules.
- Nitrogenous base that pairs with Guanine (G)
9 Clues: The original strand of DNA • The building blocks of DNA molecules. • Nitrogenous base that pairs with Thymine (T) • Nitrogenous base that pairs with Guanine (G) • Nitrogenous base that pairs with Adenine (A) • Nitrogenous base that pairs with Cytosine (C) • Hold together nitrogenous bases (Ex. A-T and C-G) • Component of nucleotides that is made up of nitrogen • ...
Intro to Genetics 2021-05-27
Across
- type of allele that is visibly expressed in an organism. Represented by a capital letter (e.g. A)
- different forms of the same gene (e.g. brown hair, black hair)
- shortened DNA molecule
- passing of traits from parents to offspring
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- double strand shape of DNA
- part of DNA between the strands. Provides genetic code
- segment or part of DNA that determines an organism's traits (e.g. hair color)
- characteristic of living organism (can be learned or behavioral)
- type of allele that is present at the gene level but will only show itself in the organism if there is a dominant allele present. Represented by a lower case letter (e.g. "a")
9 Clues: shortened DNA molecule • double strand shape of DNA • passing of traits from parents to offspring • part of DNA between the strands. Provides genetic code • different forms of the same gene (e.g. brown hair, black hair) • characteristic of living organism (can be learned or behavioral) • segment or part of DNA that determines an organism's traits (e.g. hair color) • ...
Genetics & Evolution Review 2022-03-04
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- Descent with modifications
- A changes in our DNA
- Contains the genes of an organism
- Organisms trying to obtain resources
- A trait we develop or learn
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- Too many individuals of a given species
- Differences within the same species
- New organisms produced by a living thing
- A trait that is passed on in our DNA
9 Clues: A changes in our DNA • Descent with modifications • A trait we develop or learn • Contains the genes of an organism • Differences within the same species • Organisms trying to obtain resources • A trait that is passed on in our DNA • Too many individuals of a given species • New organisms produced by a living thing
Chapter 8 Molecular Genetics 2014-11-25
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- A mutation due to the loss of a purine base (A or G)
- An alternative form of a gene.
- Mutations which alter the mRNA reading frame.
- Cancer causing agent, such as tobacco smoke, radiation, chemicals, or infectious agents.
- A mutation due to the spontaneous deamination of 5-methycytosine.
- also know as amplification.
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- A mutation that leads to a new version of a protein that helps an organism and its future generations better
- or more nucleotides from DNA
- The complete set of unique alleles in a species or population
- Removal of a large chromosomal region, leading to loss of the genes within that region; also the removal of
- to changes in their environment.
- Leads to multiple copies of a chromosomal region, increasing the number of the genes located within that
- A disease characterized by a population of cells that grow and divide without respect to normal limits.
13 Clues: also know as amplification. • or more nucleotides from DNA • An alternative form of a gene. • to changes in their environment. • Mutations which alter the mRNA reading frame. • A mutation due to the loss of a purine base (A or G) • The complete set of unique alleles in a species or population • A mutation due to the spontaneous deamination of 5-methycytosine. • ...
Genetics & Punnett Squares Vocab 2023-02-27
Across
- having two identical alleles for a trait
- section of DNA on a chromosome that contains instructions for making specific proteins
- a characteristic that an organism can pass on to its offspring
- a version of a gene
- a diagram that predicts the chances of an offspring having a trait
- both alleles for a trait are recessive
- both alleles for a trait are dominant
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- coiled up DNA
- a version of a gene that needs only one copy to produce its trait
- having two different alleles for a trait
- the combination of alleles that are inherited from parents
- expression of an organism's genotype
- a version of a gene that needs two copies to produce its trait
13 Clues: coiled up DNA • a version of a gene • expression of an organism's genotype • both alleles for a trait are dominant • both alleles for a trait are recessive • having two identical alleles for a trait • having two different alleles for a trait • the combination of alleles that are inherited from parents • a characteristic that an organism can pass on to its offspring • ...
Intro to Genetics & Inheritance 2023-04-03
Across
- He grew pea plants to study how traits were passed from one generation to the next.
- When both alleles inherited are the same.
- Each organism has a fixed number of these. Humans have 23 pairs.
- A segment of DNA on a chromosome that codes for a specific trait.
- The observable physical characteristics of an organism.
- Ways of looking, thinking, or being.
- The study of how traits are passed down from one generation to the next.
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- A trait that is covered over by the dominant form.
- Different forms of a trait that a gene may have.
- The passing of traits from parents to offspring.
- When both alleles inherited are different.
- A trait that dominates or covers over the other form.
- The study of how traits are passed down from one generation to the next.
- Molecules found in cells that contain genetic information in the form of nucleotide bases.
14 Clues: Ways of looking, thinking, or being. • When both alleles inherited are the same. • When both alleles inherited are different. • Different forms of a trait that a gene may have. • The passing of traits from parents to offspring. • A trait that is covered over by the dominant form. • A trait that dominates or covers over the other form. • ...
Genetics - Vocabulary Definition Clues 2023-05-22
Across
- to receive genes from a parent
- molecule
- the process in which two parents pass on their genes to create offspring
- a random change to a gene that sometimes results in a new trait
- having gene versions that are the same
- a type of molecule that genes and chromosomes are made of
- an instruction for making a protein molecule
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- a specific characteristic of an individual organism
- having gene versions that are different
- any difference in traits between organisms
- a long piece of DNA that contains many genes
- an organism produced as a result of reproduction
- version a specific form of a gene that provides instructions for making a particular
- a characteristic that all members of a species have
14 Clues: molecule • to receive genes from a parent • having gene versions that are the same • having gene versions that are different • any difference in traits between organisms • a long piece of DNA that contains many genes • an instruction for making a protein molecule • an organism produced as a result of reproduction • a specific characteristic of an individual organism • ...
Genetics and heredity terms 2024-01-30
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- the study of how genes and how traits are passed down from one generation to the next
- a distinguishing quality or characteristic, typically one belonging to a person.
- the inheritance of traits that are typically passed vertically from parent to child where both the parent and the child are affected by the trait or disorder that is related to that gene.
- The genotype of an organism is its complete set of genetic material. Genotype can also be used to refer to the alleles or variants an individual carries in a particular gene or genetic location
- a threadlike structure of nucleic acids and protein found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information in the form of genes.
- passed from parents to offspring and contain the information needed to specify physical and biological traits.
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- The Punnett square is a square diagram that is used to predict the genotypes of a particular cross or breeding experiment. It is named after Reginald C.
- a trait that must be contributed by both parents in order to appear in the offspring
- having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes.
- the set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.
- having inherited the same versions (alleles) of a genomic marker from each biological parent
- the passing on of physical or mental characteristics genetically from one generation to another
- one of two or more alternative forms of a gene that arise by mutation and are found at the same place on a chromosome.
13 Clues: having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes. • a distinguishing quality or characteristic, typically one belonging to a person. • a trait that must be contributed by both parents in order to appear in the offspring • the study of how genes and how traits are passed down from one generation to the next • ...
Genetics Terms and Problems 2024-10-31
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- when a genotype has different alleles
- genotype of first generation if parents are BB, bb
- what the genotype looks like
- allele represented by a lower case letter
- when one allele is not dominant, phenotype mixes
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- when a genotype has the same alleles
- the two alleles put together
- phenotype when a trait shows nondominance R-red, r-white, Rr-?
- section of chromosome that codes for our traits
- allele represented by a capital letter
- phenotype of eye color if B-brown, b-blue, Genotype- bb?
- what Gregor Mendel spent time studying
- a form of a gene
13 Clues: a form of a gene • the two alleles put together • what the genotype looks like • when a genotype has the same alleles • when a genotype has different alleles • allele represented by a capital letter • what Gregor Mendel spent time studying • allele represented by a lower case letter • section of chromosome that codes for our traits • ...
Transcription & Translation - Molecular Genetics 2024-09-24
Across
- Make up the polypeptide chains
- The process of adding the appropriate aa on the tRNA chain
- A process meant to preserve valuable genetic information
- A theory that DNA information moves only in one direction to become a protein
- Provides free energy for elongation
- Reliant on redundancy
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- Enzyme that adds the correct aa to the acceptor site
- Ribosomes bind here to initiate protein synthesis
- Also known as 'Nonsense Codons'
- mRNA moves to the cytoplasm in this stage
- Translation begins at this codon
- Polypepetide chains are held together by _____ bonds
- Occurs in the cytoplasm of the cell
13 Clues: Reliant on redundancy • Make up the polypeptide chains • Also known as 'Nonsense Codons' • Translation begins at this codon • Provides free energy for elongation • Occurs in the cytoplasm of the cell • mRNA moves to the cytoplasm in this stage • Ribosomes bind here to initiate protein synthesis • Enzyme that adds the correct aa to the acceptor site • ...
Is there a medication that helps prolong life 2023-03-03
Across
- An adult male human being.
- The end of a life of a person or organism
- The most common eye color
- A young human being below the age of puberty
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- An adult female human being.
- the scientific study of genes and heredity—of how certain qualities or traits are passed from parents to offspring as a result of changes in DNA sequence.
- Human beings in general
7 Clues: Human beings in general • The most common eye color • An adult male human being. • An adult female human being. • The end of a life of a person or organism • A young human being below the age of puberty • the scientific study of genes and heredity—of how certain qualities or traits are passed from parents to offspring as a result of changes in DNA sequence.
Mutation and genetic engineering 7.4.3-4 2020-03-02
Across
- a mutation that helps an organism's survival
- a chart that show inheritance patterns over generations
- a technology used to edit genes
- using DNA from a species that lives in the cold, in organisms that live in warm temperatures can _________ growing season
- the science ususally used by farmers that involves breeding and caring for animals
- the insertion of genes into cells to cure genetic disorder
- humans choose what organisms to bred in order to pass on specific traits
- an organism that has had its DNA modified
- DNA replication is ______ always 100% accurate
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- something that causes a changed in DNA
- gene therapy is used to help cure ______ _____
- an exact genetic duplicate of an organism
- an example of a mutation in eye color
- a research field that tries to find ways to change genetics
- a permanent change in DNA
- choosing desirable traits and breeding those organisms
- a genetically modified food with large, yellow kernals
- a mutation that harms an organism's survival
18 Clues: a permanent change in DNA • a technology used to edit genes • an example of a mutation in eye color • something that causes a changed in DNA • an exact genetic duplicate of an organism • an organism that has had its DNA modified • a mutation that helps an organism's survival • a mutation that harms an organism's survival • gene therapy is used to help cure ______ _____ • ...
Biodiversity and Healthy Society 2025-03-12
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- A group that have different characteristic from each other
- The first species to be extinct due to man made activities
- A group of closely related organisms that are very similar to each other
- It is what ecosystem gives to us humans
- the place where animals live
- A great or plentiful amount
- defined as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being.
- it is the molecule that carries genetic information
- It is a species that are not native to an area
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- the study of classification of fauna and flora
- it means variety of life
- the study of heredity and variation of organisms.
- Animals that primarily live in land
- undesirable state of the natural environment being contaminated with harmful substances
- A region of the earth having particular meteorological conditions.
- complete disappearance of a species from Earth
- Animals that live in marine environments
- it is a biological community that includes all the abiotic factors that affect them
18 Clues: it means variety of life • A great or plentiful amount • the place where animals live • Animals that primarily live in land • It is what ecosystem gives to us humans • Animals that live in marine environments • the study of classification of fauna and flora • complete disappearance of a species from Earth • It is a species that are not native to an area • ...
Task Cards 2025-04-22
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- An exchange of one outcome or another
- a measure of how many successful offspring an individual organism has
- involves intentionally mating two organisms to see what offspring they produce
- a gene that is passed from a parent to an offspring
- Exact copies are called...
- Different version of the same gene
- information that supports or refutes a claim
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- The union of the sperm cell and the egg
- something that happens in a repeated and predictable way
- a representation of a system that scientists use to help one understand and communicate how the system works
- The part of the cell that contains the genes
- The study of genes
- a diagram you can use to show the likelihood of each outcome of a breeding experiment
- The breeding process is also often referred to as...
- ___________ is necessary for the organism to grow to adulthood and to replace injured and worn out cell
- the transmission of genes
- carries information that is passed from parents to offspring
- deoxyribonucleic acid
18 Clues: The study of genes • deoxyribonucleic acid • the transmission of genes • Exact copies are called... • Different version of the same gene • An exchange of one outcome or another • The union of the sperm cell and the egg • The part of the cell that contains the genes • information that supports or refutes a claim • a gene that is passed from a parent to an offspring • ...
Vocab 2022-04-04
Across
- process of making mRNA from DNA
- change in the nucleotide sequence of a gene.
- is the different form of a gene.
- is when two alleles are the same.
- trait, a genetic factor that is blocked by the presence of a dominate factor.
- an organisms genetic material.
- is a section on a chromosome that has genetic information for one trait.
- the study of how traits are passed from parents to offspring.
- dominance, when an offsprings phenotype is a combination.
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- two allies that control the phenotype ofa trait.
- trait, a genietic factor that blocks another genetic factor.
- when both alleles are can be verbs in a phenotype.
- is how a trait is appeared
- process of making proteins from DNA
- The passing of traits from parents to offspring.
- the two alleles arefifferent.
- is the process of copying a DNA molecule to make another DNA molecule.
- inheritance,occurs when multiple genes determined the phenotype of a trait
18 Clues: is how a trait is appeared • the two alleles arefifferent. • an organisms genetic material. • process of making mRNA from DNA • is the different form of a gene. • is when two alleles are the same. • process of making proteins from DNA • change in the nucleotide sequence of a gene. • two allies that control the phenotype ofa trait. • ...
Genetics crossword 2017-11-21
6 Clues: makes up DNA • genes make this up • the nucleus is inside of this • make up DNA for the chromosomes • pairs of chromosomes are stored here • nitrogen bases are the smallest part of this
Genetics pr 2012-10-16
Mendelian Genetics 2021-05-03
GENETICS REVIEW 2025-02-12
Across
- The physical expression or characteristics of an organism's genetic makeup.
- A condition where both alleles for a gene are different.
- recessive An organism with two identical recessive alleles for a particular gene.
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- A segment of DNA that determines a particular trait.
- Different forms of a gene found at the same locus on a chromosome.
- The genetic composition of an organism, referring to the alleles it inherits.
- dominant An organism with two identical dominant alleles for a particular gene.
7 Clues: A segment of DNA that determines a particular trait. • A condition where both alleles for a gene are different. • Different forms of a gene found at the same locus on a chromosome. • The physical expression or characteristics of an organism's genetic makeup. • The genetic composition of an organism, referring to the alleles it inherits. • ...
Chapter 8 Review 2022-05-01
5 Clues: Study of cell genetics • Shrinkage of organs and tissues • X-rays within the energy rangy of 10-20 kVp • A subcutaneous layer of fat and connective tissue • a photograph of a cell during metaphase is also called...
Schizophrenia 2023-11-13
5 Clues: First generation antipsychotics. • Schizophrenia can be caused by one of this. • A disorder causing abnormal reality interpretations. • Symptoms experienced by a person suffering from schizophrenia. • American football player who managed to control symptoms of schizophrenia by medication.
7/8 Grade Chapter 4 Science Test 2022-11-13
Across
- alleles for a dominant trait are represented by these
- random change in the ratio of alleles in population,genetic
- an organism's genotype determines this
- natural selection when certain organisms survive
- Mendel used these plants to study heredity
- type of dominance, 2 traits produce blended phenotype
- what you get when you cross a dominant and recessive trait
- study of how traits are passed from generations
- a black and a white horse make a two colored horse
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- letters that help visualize a pea plant's genetics
- dominance 2 traits present in hybrid offspring, no blend
- gene that controls fur color in rabbits has 4 alleles
- in codominance, both traits are present in this offspring
- Mendel crossed these pea plants with green pods
- multiples ones where a gene has more than two possible
- trait that first appears or is visibly expressed
- inheritance where 2 or more genes interact
- alleles are different forms of these
18 Clues: alleles are different forms of these • an organism's genotype determines this • Mendel used these plants to study heredity • inheritance where 2 or more genes interact • Mendel crossed these pea plants with green pods • study of how traits are passed from generations • natural selection when certain organisms survive • trait that first appears or is visibly expressed • ...
Biology Orientation Week 2022-11-28
Across
- the building blocks of life, micrscopic in size
- an exact copy of an organism, rhymes with drone
- a machine that helps you to zoom in on very small details
- the mini-organs of living cells, e.g. chloroplast
- the study of plants
- a body part that pumps blood around the body, part of the circulatory system
- you will dissect one of these next year
- part of the digestive system
- a living community and its non-living components, for example tropical rainforest
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- the study of DNA and inheritance
- a body part that filters the blood, part of the excretory system
- you have 46 of these in each cell nucleus, made from DNA
- the part of the cell that stores DNA
- plants use these to get water from the soil
- the study of living things, this subject
- the green part of a plant
- next years biology text, the '_______ of Biology'
- the name for any body part or behaviour that helps an organism to survive
18 Clues: the study of plants • the green part of a plant • part of the digestive system • the study of DNA and inheritance • the part of the cell that stores DNA • you will dissect one of these next year • the study of living things, this subject • plants use these to get water from the soil • the building blocks of life, micrscopic in size • ...
Unlock Your Creative Intelligence 2019-08-27
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- The total number of discovery skills to cultivate creativity in us
- Ratan Tata said to "___ the unquestionable".
- Marc Benioff founded Salesforce.com by asking this question
- The total number of types of innovation
- Michael Dell likes to come up with questions that nobody can ___
- To sustain innovation, we need to practise ___ thinking.
- We drive our creative confidence from doing this
- This is one of Google's 9 innovation technique
- The most common & frequently discovery skill used by top 5 CEOs
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- Who should be concerned with being creative to innovate
- Steve Jobbs "Creativity is connecting" mantra is about
- The old adage that leads to perfection.
- Develop this after practising the 5 discovery skills
- It is more important to ask the right question rather than finding this
- Innovative Entreprenuers have this intelligence
- Probably the quickest way to get new ideas.
- One-third of our creative ability comes from it
- This is 1 way of helping to sustain innovation
18 Clues: The old adage that leads to perfection. • The total number of types of innovation • Probably the quickest way to get new ideas. • Ratan Tata said to "___ the unquestionable". • This is one of Google's 9 innovation technique • This is 1 way of helping to sustain innovation • Innovative Entreprenuers have this intelligence • ...
