Genetics and Mendelian Inheritance

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What is the term used to describe a genetic condition caused by the failure of chromosomes to separate during meiosis?

  • Nondisjunction (correct)
  • Inversion
  • Translocation
  • Codominance

Which of the following best describes alleles that are both expressed in a heterozygous individual?

  • Polygenic trait
  • Codominant alleles (correct)
  • Homozygous trait
  • Incomplete dominance

What aspect of genetics refers to the likelihood of a specific genetic outcome occurring?

  • Probability (correct)
  • Phenotypic ratio
  • Genotype frequency
  • Gene mapping

Which inheritance pattern would most likely result in a blended phenotype in heterozygous individuals?

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What family tree representation is used to show the inheritance of genetic traits across generations?

<p>Pedigree (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the probability ratio of obtaining a recessive phenotype in a monohybrid cross where both parents are heterozygous?

<p>1:4 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which genetic disorder is classified as recessive and is characterized by an inability to properly regulate salt and water, leading to severe damage to the lungs and digestive system?

<p>Cystic fibrosis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes sex-linked genetic disorders?

<p>They are more frequently expressed in males due to the presence of a single X chromosome. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately represents the chromosomal configuration for a typical female and a typical male?

<p>Female: XX and Male: XY (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a principle of Gregor Mendel's studies in genetics?

<p>All traits are expressed equally in offspring. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Heterozygous

Having two different alleles for a trait

Homozygous

Having two identical alleles for a trait

Incomplete Dominance

Heterozygous phenotype is a blend of the two homozygous phenotypes

Linked Genes

Genes located close together on the same chromosome often inherited together

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Nondisjunction

Failure of chromosomes to separate correctly during meiosis

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Punnett Square

A diagram used to predict the genotypic and phenotypic results of a genetic cross.

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Pedigree Chart

A family tree diagram showing the inheritance of a trait over several generations.

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Probability of Tails

The chance of a coin landing on tails is 50% or 1/2.

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Mendel's Principles

Rules governing the inheritance of traits, applies to pea plants; they explain how characteristics are passed from one generation to the next.

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Sex Chromosomes

XX for female, XY for male; determines gender.

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Study Notes

Study Notes

  • Students should know how to complete Punnett squares, including genotype, phenotype, and probability.
  • Students should know how to complete pedigrees, including 2 or 3 generations, proper shading, and labeling.
  • When flipping a coin, the probability of it landing on tails is 50%.
  • Gregor Mendel's contributions to genetics include his study of genetics in organisms.
  • Gregor Mendel's principles of genetics apply to all organisms.
  • All organisms have chromosomes that determine sex: females have XX, males have XY. Egg cells carry an X chromosome, and sperm cells carry either an X or Y chromosome.
  • Genetic disorders can be dominant, recessive, or sex-linked.
  • Examples of genetic disorders include cystic fibrosis, sickle cell anemia, Tay-Sachs disease, and albinism, Huntington's disease, Achondroplasia (a form of dwarfism), Hemophilia (X-linked recessive), and color blindness.

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