Across
- 3. - The process of copying DNA into RNA.
- 5. Engineering - Direct manipulation of an organism's genes.
- 8. - The process of copying DNA.
- 9. - Cell division resulting in two identical daughter cells.
- 12. - The passing of traits from parents to offspring.
- 15. - A variant form of a gene.
- 16. - Cell division that produces reproductive cells (gametes).
- 18. - The complete set of genetic material in an organism.
- 20. - The observable physical traits of an organism.
- 21. - Process where mRNA directs protein synthesis.
- 22. (Deoxyribonucleic acid) - Molecule carrying genetic information.
- 23. - A mature sexual reproductive cell (sperm or egg).
- 24. - Threadlike structure containing DNA and proteins.
Down
- 1. - Individual with a recessive gene that is not expressed.
- 2. - The genetic makeup of an organism.
- 4. - Building block of DNA/RNA (A, T, C, G, U).
- 6. - An allele that is only expressed when two copies are present.
- 7. - A chart showing the family history of a trait.
- 10. - A fertilized egg cell.
- 11. - A specific characteristic of an organism.
- 13. - An allele that masks the presence of a recessive allele.
- 14. - Having two identical alleles for a specific gene.
- 17. - Having two different alleles for a specific gene.
- 18. - Segment of DNA that codes for a specific trait.
- 19. - A permanent change in the DNA sequence.