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What equation represents the relationship between phenotype and genotype by environment interactions?
What equation represents the relationship between phenotype and genotype by environment interactions?
- Phenotype = Genotype x Environment (correct)
- Genotype = Phenotype / Environment
- Environment = Genotype / Phenotype
- Genotype = Phenotype x Environment
In plant breeding, what do breeders rely on for selection?
In plant breeding, what do breeders rely on for selection?
- Observable or measurable differences (variation) (correct)
- Genetic drift
- Genetic mutations
- Chromosomal rearrangements
Who conducted experiments with pea plants to establish the basic rules of heredity?
Who conducted experiments with pea plants to establish the basic rules of heredity?
- Gregor Mendel (correct)
- Charles Darwin
- Louis Pasteur
- Thomas Hunt Morgan
What is the main source of variation in populations that plant breeders rely on?
What is the main source of variation in populations that plant breeders rely on?
Which term refers to the entire genetic makeup of an organism?
Which term refers to the entire genetic makeup of an organism?
What concept states that phenotype is the result of the interaction between genotype and environment?
What concept states that phenotype is the result of the interaction between genotype and environment?
What is the main focus of Dr Sovetgul Asekova's academic background?
What is the main focus of Dr Sovetgul Asekova's academic background?
Which field is NOT mentioned in Dr Sovetgul Asekova's academic background?
Which field is NOT mentioned in Dr Sovetgul Asekova's academic background?
Which institution did Dr Sovetgul Asekova work at during 2017-2020?
Which institution did Dr Sovetgul Asekova work at during 2017-2020?
Which area of research was Dr Sovetgul Asekova involved in during her postdoc?
Which area of research was Dr Sovetgul Asekova involved in during her postdoc?
What is the primary focus of the PLNT3333 course taught by Dr Sovetgul Asekova?
What is the primary focus of the PLNT3333 course taught by Dr Sovetgul Asekova?
What is the definition of a gene?
What is the definition of a gene?
Which process results in differences between individuals of a family or a species?
Which process results in differences between individuals of a family or a species?
What does heredity refer to?
What does heredity refer to?
How does the interaction between soil pH and flower color in Hydrangea represent variation?
How does the interaction between soil pH and flower color in Hydrangea represent variation?
Which type of questions does genetics aim to answer?
Which type of questions does genetics aim to answer?
What is the fundamental structural and functional unit of all living organisms?
What is the fundamental structural and functional unit of all living organisms?
Study Notes
Introduction to Plant Genetics
- PLNT3333 course details: lectures on Mondays, lab on Wednesdays, taught by Dr. Sovetgul Asekova
- Dr. Sovetgul Asekova's background: MSc and PhD in plant genetics, post-doc in Korea, expert in GWAS, GBS, and NGS
What is Genetics?
- Genetics is the study of genes and heredity
- Involves the study of variation and its causes
- Definitions:
- Gene: unit of heredity transmitted from one generation to the next
- Heredity: process that brings about similarity between parents and offspring
- Variation: differences between individuals of a family or species
Types of Variation
- Genetic variation: differences due to genetic differences
- Environmental variation: differences due to environmental factors
- Interaction between genetic and environmental factors (G x E interaction)
Plant Development and Cell Division
- Increase in plant size occurs after cell division
- Cell division occurs through mitosis
- Cell growth and development involve precise cellular reproductive mechanisms
Introduction to Gregor Mendel
- Gregor Mendel: monk and botanist who conducted experiments with pea plants
- Discovered the fundamental laws of inheritance
- Conducted experiments in the Augustinian Abbey in Brno, Czech Republic
Topics Covered in PLNT3333
- Introduction to genetics
- Biochemical basis of heredity
- Cell division
- Mendelian genetics
- Genetic linkage and recombination
- Quantitative genetics
- Molecular genetics
- Population genetics
- Gen expression and genetic code
Assessment and Basic Rules
- Assessment: quizzes (20%), practical (20%), mid-term exam (20%), final exam (40%)
- Basic rules: attend lectures and labs on time, think critically, no copying or plagiarism, revise regularly, do extra reading and practice, and enjoy learning!
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Description
Test your knowledge on genes, heredity, and variation in biology with this quiz. Learn about the definitions of genes, heredity, and variation, as well as the types of variation including genetic and environmental factors.
