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What is the primary purpose of crossing over during meiosis?
What is the primary purpose of crossing over during meiosis?
- To increase the chromosome number
- To facilitate the separation of homologous chromosomes
- To create genetic variability among gametes (correct)
- To ensure that daughter cells are identical
What is the role of the lac operon in prokaryotic cells?
What is the role of the lac operon in prokaryotic cells?
- To synthesize amino acids
- To control the metabolism of lactose (correct)
- To facilitate the uptake of glucose
- To regulate the synthesis of ribosomal proteins
How does non-disjunction affect chromosome number in gametes?
How does non-disjunction affect chromosome number in gametes?
- It produces gametes with an abnormal number of chromosomes (correct)
- It leads to the production of gametes with equal chromosome numbers
- It results in gametes with missing chromosomes
- It allows for an increase in chromosome number in all gametes
Which mutation alters a codon to encode a different amino acid?
Which mutation alters a codon to encode a different amino acid?
What does the principle of independent assortment state?
What does the principle of independent assortment state?
What can be determined using Chi-square analysis in genetics?
What can be determined using Chi-square analysis in genetics?
What type of DNA structure forms during the process of homologous recombination?
What type of DNA structure forms during the process of homologous recombination?
Which process is primarily used for amplifying DNA segments?
Which process is primarily used for amplifying DNA segments?
Flashcards
Mitosis and Meiosis Steps
Mitosis and Meiosis Steps
Mitosis creates two identical diploid cells. Meiosis creates four unique haploid cells.
Monohybrid Cross
Monohybrid Cross
Analyzing the inheritance of one trait through a Punnett Square
Recombination Frequency
Recombination Frequency
Percentage of offspring with a different combination of traits than their parents, used to map gene distance.
Non-disjunction
Non-disjunction
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Dosage Compensation
Dosage Compensation
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DNA Replication
DNA Replication
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Transcription
Transcription
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Point Mutation
Point Mutation
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Study Notes
Multiple Choice & Short Answer Questions
- Multiple choice and short answer questions are included; a calculator may be needed.
Mitosis and Meiosis
- Steps of mitosis and meiosis, including chromosome number and shape changes in each stage, are topics for study.
- Oogenesis and spermatogenesis in humans are also covered.
Mendelian Genetics
- Laws of segregation and independent assortment are explained.
- Monohybrid and dihybrid crosses, testcrosses, and pedigree analysis are discussed.
- Calculating recombination frequency and mapping genes are covered with examples like the three-point cross for determining gene distance.
Gene Mapping and Time Mapping
- Principles for calculating recombination frequencies to map genes.
- Time mapping (using phage genes like h⁺r, hr⁺ in T2) is addressed.
Non-Disjunction
- How non-disjunction leads to abnormal chromosome numbers, its connection to Barr bodies, and determining maleness are covered.
Chromosomal Abnormalities
- Chromosome abnormalities like Down syndrome, Kleinfelter syndrome, Turner syndrome, Fragile-X syndrome, and Cri du chat syndrome are examined.
- Mitochondrial and maternal effect and swapping are discussed.
DNA and RNA
- Structure of DNA and RNA nucleotides are detailed.
- DNA replication steps, including Holliday structures and gene conversion, will be explored.
- Steps in RNA synthesis, especially regarding eukaryotic mRNAs, are outlined
- Post-transcriptional modifications of eukaryotic mRNA are summarized.
- Steps in translation, highlighting the direction of mRNA and polypeptide formation.
- Types of point mutations (missense, nonsense, silent, frameshift) are important.
Gene Regulation
- Regulation of lac operon is examined, including lac mutants, enhancers, silencers, and other regulatory elements of genes.
- Regulation of transcription factors (activators, repressors) in eukaryotes are included.
DNA Cloning Techniques
- PCR, cDNA library creation, gel electrophoresis, and Sanger sequencing procedures are discussed.
- Restriction enzymes and their roles in gene cloning and genome sequencing.
- Details about shotgun genome sequencing.
Genetics Applications
- Applications of genetics to vaccines, GMO crops (ex: Flavr Savr, Arctic Apple), GMO animals, and gene therapy, with specific examples.
- Applications of agrobacterium and videos about GMO plants are mentioned.
Other Special Topics
- CRISPR, precision medicine, and CAR-T therapy have special emphasis.
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