Across
- 5. One of two or more alternative forms of a gene that can arise by mutation
- 7. An allele that expresses its phenotype even when paired with a different allele
- 8. A segment of DNA that codes for a specific protein or functional molecule
- 9. An allele that only expresses its phenotype when paired with an identical allele
Down
- 1. A permanent alteration in the DNA sequence
- 2. A structure in the nucleus of a cell made of a very long strand of DNA. Humans have 23 pairs.
- 3. The passing of traits from parents to their children
- 4. The complete set of DNA in an organism, including all of its genes
- 6. the molecule that carries the genetic instructions for development, functioning, and reproduction
- 8. The study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics