The role of genetics in understanding disease and inheritance
Across
- 5. dominant A pattern of inheritance where a single copy of a gene mutation from one parent is sufficient to cause the trait or disease.
- 8. Relating to or characteristic of a disease or the study of diseases.
- 9. sequencing The process of determining the complete DNA sequence of an organism's genome, providing a comprehensive view of its genetic makeup.
- 13. interaction The interplay between genetic factors and environmental factors in determining an individual's traits or susceptibility to disease.
- 14. Involving or influenced by multiple factors, including both genetic and environmental factors.
- 16. A complex and intricate network or system.
- 18. A central or essential element that holds something together or supports it.
- 19. A natural inclination or tendency towards a particular behavior or condition.
- 20. Converted or copied from one form to another, often referring to the process of copying DNA into RNA.
Down
- 1. inheritance Patterns of inheritance first described by Gregor Mendel, involving the transmission of genetic traits from parents to offspring.
- 2. Reliable and essential components or agents that perform important tasks or functions.
- 3. The process by which a disease develops and progresses within an organism.
- 4. The passing of genetic traits or characteristics from parents to offspring.
- 6. The process by which the sequence of genetic instructions in RNA is used to produce proteins.
- 7. recessive A pattern of inheritance where two copies of a gene mutation, one from each parent, are required to cause the trait or disease.
- 10. To clarify or make something less mysterious or confusing.
- 11. Deoxyribonucleic acid, a molecule that carries genetic information and is found in the cells of all living organisms.
- 12. Pertaining to diseases or traits caused by alterations in a single gene.
- 15. Deviations or abnormalities from the normal or expected state.
- 17. Figuring out, interpreting, or understanding something that is complex or difficult to comprehend.