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What does DNA stand for?
What does DNA stand for?
A human being has 46 chromosomes, all inherited from their father.
A human being has 46 chromosomes, all inherited from their father.
False
What is the process called when sex cells are formed?
What is the process called when sex cells are formed?
meiosis
Genes are passed down from parents to children through ______ cells.
Genes are passed down from parents to children through ______ cells.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Which of the following best describes a gene?
Which of the following best describes a gene?
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Every gene in a human being is active in all cells.
Every gene in a human being is active in all cells.
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How many pairs of chromosomes do humans have?
How many pairs of chromosomes do humans have?
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Which pair of chromosomes determines male and female sex in humans?
Which pair of chromosomes determines male and female sex in humans?
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All female egg cells contain a Y-chromosome.
All female egg cells contain a Y-chromosome.
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What is the term for the cloning method where a fertilized egg cell is split to create multiple identical individuals?
What is the term for the cloning method where a fertilized egg cell is split to create multiple identical individuals?
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Gregor Mendel is known as the father of ________.
Gregor Mendel is known as the father of ________.
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Match the following genetic concepts with their descriptions:
Match the following genetic concepts with their descriptions:
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What happens to an egg cell fertilized by a Y-chromosome?
What happens to an egg cell fertilized by a Y-chromosome?
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Identical twins have different DNA from each other.
Identical twins have different DNA from each other.
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Which type of inheritance results in offspring with traits that are a blend of parent traits?
Which type of inheritance results in offspring with traits that are a blend of parent traits?
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Which of the following best describes Down syndrome?
Which of the following best describes Down syndrome?
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Gene therapy replaces a malfunctioning gene with a healthy one.
Gene therapy replaces a malfunctioning gene with a healthy one.
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What is a genetically modified organism (GMO)?
What is a genetically modified organism (GMO)?
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People with Down syndrome may have learning difficulties and require more ______.
People with Down syndrome may have learning difficulties and require more ______.
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Match the concepts related to gene engineering with their descriptions:
Match the concepts related to gene engineering with their descriptions:
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What potential risk is associated with genetically modified organisms in agriculture?
What potential risk is associated with genetically modified organisms in agriculture?
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Gene engineering has no history and is entirely a modern practice.
Gene engineering has no history and is entirely a modern practice.
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What can DNA analysis help identify?
What can DNA analysis help identify?
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Study Notes
Genetics
- Genetics is another word for heredity, which studies how traits are passed down through generations.
- Humans have billions of cells, each with a nucleus containing genes, located within chromosomes.
- Chromosomes were discovered in the 1800s through staining techniques and microscopic observation.
- DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid) is the molecule containing genetic instructions, or genes.
- DNA is a long molecule composed of four nitrogenous bases (A, C, G, and T), forming base pairs.
- A gene is a specific section of DNA containing instructions for protein synthesis.
- Humans have roughly 22,000 genes.
- Different genes are responsible for distinct characteristics.
- Genes are not used in every cell.
Cell Division
- All cells reproduce through division.
- During cell division, DNA replicates first.
- Chromosomes duplicate and each new cell receives a whole set.
- This process is called mitosis.
- Mitosis is essential for growth and repair.
Sex Determination
- Humans have 46 chromosomes, arranged in 23 pairs.
- 22 pairs are autosomal, and 1 pair are sex chromosomes (X and Y).
- Females have XX chromosomes; males have XY.
- The sex of a child is determined by the sex chromosome contributed by the father's sperm (X or Y).
Reproduction
- Sexual reproduction involves the fusion of gametes (sperm and egg).
- Gametes have half the number of chromosomes (23) compared to somatic cells.
- Meiosis is the process of cell division that reduces the number of chromosomes to half.
- This process is crucial for sexual reproduction.
- During fertilization, the combined gametes result in a zygote with the full set of chromosomes (46).
Dominant and Recessive Traits
- Some traits are dominant (expressed even if only one copy is present), while others are recessive (expressed only if two copies are present).
- A dominant trait masks the expression of a recessive trait if one is present.
Genetic Variations
- DNA sequence variations lead to different traits (like eye color or height).
- Different genetic combinations can lead to diverse physical appearances.
Genetic Cloning
- A clone is a genetically identical copy of an organism or cell.
- Some organisms reproduce asexually, creating clones naturally.
- Cloning methods also include artificial procedures to replicate genetic material.
Biotechnology
- Biotechnology utilizes biological systems or organisms to develop or make useful products.
- This includes traditional techniques like fermentation (making bread and cheese).
- Modern biotechnology uses genetic analysis to identify genetic material.
- It involves engineering organisms to produce desired products.
- Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) are organisms with altered genes.
Genetic Disorders
- Genetic disorders result from abnormalities in a person's DNA sequence.
- Some genetic disorders are recessive (both parents need to carry the gene); others are dominant (one parent with the gene will pass the disorder to a child).
- Examples include cystic fibrosis and Down syndrome (an extra copy of chromosome 21).
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Explore the fundamental concepts of genetics and cell division in this quiz. Understand how traits are inherited, the role of DNA and genes, and the process of mitosis. Test your knowledge on how cells reproduce and determine characteristics.
