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Who is known as the Father of Classical Genetics?
Who is known as the Father of Classical Genetics?
Gregor Mendel
What type of plants did Mendel use for his genetic experiments?
What type of plants did Mendel use for his genetic experiments?
Pea plants (Pisum sativum)
Which of the following traits was NOT one of the seven traits Mendel studied in his experiments?
Which of the following traits was NOT one of the seven traits Mendel studied in his experiments?
Mendel's experiments included cross-pollination of tall pea plants only.
Mendel's experiments included cross-pollination of tall pea plants only.
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Which of the following is TRUE about Mendel's first filial generation (F1)?
Which of the following is TRUE about Mendel's first filial generation (F1)?
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Mendel's three laws of heredity were concluded at the end of his _____.
Mendel's three laws of heredity were concluded at the end of his _____.
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What is the primary function of body cells?
What is the primary function of body cells?
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What are sex cells also known as?
What are sex cells also known as?
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Humans have 23 pairs of chromosomes.
Humans have 23 pairs of chromosomes.
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What is the genetic material that carries all hereditary information?
What is the genetic material that carries all hereditary information?
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Which of the following describes haploid cells?
Which of the following describes haploid cells?
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What do diploid cells contain?
What do diploid cells contain?
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What is the structure of chromosomes primarily made of?
What is the structure of chromosomes primarily made of?
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Study Notes
Mendelian Genetics Overview
- Focus of the lesson: Understanding Mendel's laws of inheritance and predicting phenotypic expressions of traits.
- Target audience: Students of Holy Rosary College, Biology 9.
Gregor Mendel
- An Austrian monk known as the Father of Classical Genetics.
- Conducted intricate experiments on pea plants (Pisum sativum) for ten years.
- His work laid the foundation for modern genetics.
Mendel's Experiments
- Employed cross-pollination of pea plants with observable traits.
- Investigated seven key traits:
- Form of ripe seed (smooth or wrinkled)
- Color of seed albumen (yellow or green)
- Color of flower (purple or white)
- Form of ripe pods (inflated or constricted)
- Color of unripe pods (green or yellow)
- Position of flowers (axial or terminal)
- Length of stem (tall or dwarf)
Generations in Mendel's Study
- Parent Generation: Original plants used for breeding.
- First Filial Generation (F1): Offspring resulting from the parental cross.
- Second Filial Generation (F2): Offspring from self-pollinated F1 plants.
Mendel's Three Laws of Heredity
- Established foundational principles for understanding genetic inheritance.
- Details on the laws were derived from results of his experiments with pea plants.
Genetics Terms and Definitions
- Allele: Variant forms of a gene, such as tall (T) or small (t), black (B) or blue (b).
- Dominant Allele: An allele that express its trait even when paired with a different allele.
- Recessive Allele: An allele that expresses its trait only when two copies are present.
Additional Activities
- Engaging classroom game titled "You Are Not the Father" to apply knowledge of genetics in a fun manner.
- Participants guess paternal relationships based on presented cases, earning recitation points for correct answers.
Chromosomes and Genes
- Chromosomes are packages of supercoiled DNA, known as deoxyribonucleic acid, which carry hereditary information.
- Humans possess 23 pairs of chromosomes, totaling 46, with one set inherited from each parent.
Types of Cells
- Body cells (somatic or vegetative) form the organism's structure and are involved in life maintenance processes.
- Examples include cells found in leaves and stomach.
- Sex cells (gametes) are responsible for reproduction.
- Male gametes are sperm, while female gametes are eggs.
Cell Types by Chromosome Number
- Haploid cells contain one set of chromosomes; these represent gametes.
- Diploid cells have two sets of chromosomes; somatic cells are classified as diploid.
Nucleus Function
- The nucleus contains chromosomes, central to genetic organization and the transmission of genetic information from parents to offspring.
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Test your knowledge on genetics covered in Biology 9. This quiz is designed for students at Holy Rosary College and includes key concepts and terminology related to genetics. Get ready to challenge yourself and reinforce what you've learned!
