Genetics

4. : The genetic constitution of an individual organism, often contrasted with phenotype.
7. : One of two or more alternative forms of a gene that arise by mutation and are found at the same place on a chromosome.
8. : A change in the DNA sequence of a gene, which can lead to different traits or characteristics.
12. : A molecule that carries the genetic instructions used in growth, development, functioning, and reproduction of all living organisms.
14. : A diagram showing the familial relationships and transmission of genetic traits over several generations.
15. : Differences in DNA among individuals or differences between populations, which contribute to a species' adaptation and survival.
16. : Describes a trait that must be contributed by both parents in order to appear in the offspring; it can be hidden by a dominant trait.

1. : A thread-like structure of nucleic acids and protein found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information in the form of genes.
2. : A unit of heredity passed from parent to offspring that determines some characteristic of the offspring.
3. : The passing of traits from parents to their offspring, either through asexual or sexual reproduction.
5. : The set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.
6. : Describes an individual who has two identical alleles for a particular trait.
9. : A diagram used to predict the outcome of a particular cross or breeding experiment, showing the possible genetic combinations.
10. : Describes a trait that will appear in the offspring if one of the parents contributes it.
11. Describes an individual who has two different alleles for a particular trait.
13. : The complete set of genes or genetic material present in a cell or organism.