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What is a gene?
What is a gene?
- A type of protein found in cells
- A segment of DNA that codes for a specific trait (correct)
- A molecule involved in energy production
- A structure within the cell nucleus
What is a locus (plural: loci) in genetics?
What is a locus (plural: loci) in genetics?
- A cellular organelle involved in protein synthesis
- The process of gene expression
- A type of genetic mutation
- The specific physical location of a gene on a chromosome (correct)
What are gametes?
What are gametes?
- Cells responsible for producing antibodies
- Cells involved in the process of photosynthesis
- Specialized cells found in the nervous system
- Reproductive cells (sperm and egg) with half the genetic material of somatic cells (correct)
Which of the following individuals is considered the 'father of modern genetics'?
Which of the following individuals is considered the 'father of modern genetics'?
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The allele for green seeds has what relationship to the allele for yellow seeds in the given scenario?
The allele for green seeds has what relationship to the allele for yellow seeds in the given scenario?
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Which of the following describes the ability of a single allele to have multiple phenotypic effects?
Which of the following describes the ability of a single allele to have multiple phenotypic effects?
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RNA is transcribed from:
RNA is transcribed from:
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An aminoacyl tRNA enters the ribosome at the:
An aminoacyl tRNA enters the ribosome at the:
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Study Notes
Genetics Basics
- A gene is a unit of heredity that carries information from one generation to the next.
- A locus (plural: loci) is the specific position or location of a gene on a chromosome.
Gametes and Genetics
- Gametes are reproductive cells, such as sperm or egg cells, that fuse to form a zygote.
Notable Geneticists
- Gregor Mendel is considered the 'father of modern genetics'.
Allele Relationships
- In the given scenario, the allele for green seeds is recessive to the allele for yellow seeds.
Gene Expression
- The ability of a single allele to have multiple phenotypic effects is described as pleiotropy.
RNA Transcription
- RNA is transcribed from DNA.
Protein Synthesis
- An aminoacyl tRNA enters the ribosome at the A site (acceptor site).
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