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Genes and Genomes Introduction Quiz

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What is genetics mainly concerned with?

Exploring genetic variation in populations

Studying the evolution of species

Analyzing and comparing genomes

Transmission of inherited traits rooted in DNA (correct)

What does the term 'heredity' refer to?

The field that analyzes and compares genomes

The evolution of species over time

The transmission of inherited traits between organisms (correct)

The complete set of genetic instructions in a cell

What are genes responsible for?

Creating genetic instructions at a molecular level

The evolution of species through mutations

Analyzing genetic variation within populations

Producing a particular protein based on the DNA sequence (correct)

What constitutes a genome in an organism?

The complete set of genetic instructions in the organism's cells Signup and view all the answers

At what levels does genetics analyze and compare information?

Molecular, cellular, tissue, and organismal levels Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of genetic variation for evolution?

It relies on differences between individuals for natural selection Signup and view all the answers

What causes mutations?

Exposure to mutagens Signup and view all the answers

What is a somatic mutation?

Occurs in body cells Signup and view all the answers

What is genetic recombination?

Recombination between chromatids during meiosis Signup and view all the answers

What is environmental variation also known as?

Phenotypic plasticity Signup and view all the answers

What is the gene pool?

A collection of all the genes and alleles in a population Signup and view all the answers

What are some applications of genetics mentioned in the text?

Identifying victims of human trafficking Signup and view all the answers