The role of genetics in understanding disease and inheritance

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