Genetics, Mutations & Natural Selection Crossword
Across
- 3. The molecule that carries genetic information
- 6. A version or form of a gene
- 7. Organisms produced by reproduction are called ____
- 9. The physical expression of a gene, such as eye color
- 12. Traits that are passed down from parent to offspring are said to be ____
- 13. The process by which species change over time
- 16. A form of a trait that always shows when present
- 18. A difference in a trait among individuals in a population
- 19. A change in the DNA sequence of a gene
Down
- 1. A form of a trait that can be masked by another
- 2. The study of how traits are passed from one generation to another
- 4. A segment of DNA that codes for a specific trait
- 5. The process by which better adapted organisms survive and reproduce
- 8. A group of the same species living in one area
- 10. The surroundings that influence an organism’s survival
- 11. The passing of traits from parents to offspring
- 14. The internal genetic makeup of an organism
- 15. A characteristic that helps an organism survive in its environment
- 17. The continued existence of organisms best adapted to their environment