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What is the primary function of transcription in gene expression?
To convert genetic information from DNA into RNA.
What is the difference between autosomal dominant and autosomal recessive inheritance patterns?
Autosomal dominant inheritance patterns require only one copy of the dominant allele to express the trait, while autosomal recessive inheritance patterns require two copies of the recessive allele to express the trait.
What is the role of the nitrogenous base in the structure of DNA?
The nitrogenous base (A, C, G, or T) determines the genetic information encoded in DNA.
What is the purpose of genetic engineering?
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What is the main cause of genetic disorders?
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What is the process by which alleles for different genes are sorted independently during gamete formation?
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Study Notes
Genetics
Key Concepts
- Study of heredity and variation
- Focuses on transmission of traits from one generation to the next
DNA Structure
- Double helix model
- Composed of two strands of nucleotides
- Nucleotides consist of:
- Sugar molecule (deoxyribose)
- Phosphate group
- Nitrogenous base (A, C, G, or T)
Gene Expression
- Process by which genetic information is converted into a functional product
- Involves:
- Transcription: DNA → RNA
- Translation: RNA → Protein
Inheritance Patterns
- Mendel's Laws:
- Law of Segregation: Each pair of alleles separates during gamete formation
- Law of Independent Assortment: Alleles for different genes are sorted independently
- Law of Dominance: One allele can be dominant over another
- Types of inheritance:
- Autosomal dominant
- Autosomal recessive
- X-linked
Genetic Variation
- Sources of variation:
- Mutations
- Genetic recombination
- Gene flow
- Genetic drift
- Types of genetic variation:
- Allelic variation
- Genomic variation
Genetic Engineering
- Involves manipulation of an organism's genome
- Techniques:
- Recombinant DNA technology
- Gene cloning
- Gene editing (CRISPR-Cas9)
Genetic Disorders
- Inherited disorders caused by mutations or chromosomal abnormalities
- Examples:
- Cystic fibrosis
- Sickle cell anemia
- Down syndrome
Genetics
- Study of heredity and variation, focusing on transmission of traits from one generation to the next
DNA Structure
- Double helix model composed of two strands of nucleotides
- Nucleotides consist of sugar molecule (deoxyribose), phosphate group, and nitrogenous base (A, C, G, or T)
Gene Expression
- Process by which genetic information is converted into a functional product
- Involves transcription (DNA → RNA) and translation (RNA → Protein)
Inheritance Patterns
- Mendel's Laws govern inheritance patterns
- Law of Segregation: each pair of alleles separates during gamete formation
- Law of Independent Assortment: alleles for different genes are sorted independently
- Law of Dominance: one allele can be dominant over another
- Types of inheritance: autosomal dominant, autosomal recessive, X-linked
Genetic Variation
- Sources of variation: mutations, genetic recombination, gene flow, genetic drift
- Types of genetic variation: allelic variation, genomic variation
Genetic Engineering
- Involves manipulation of an organism's genome
- Techniques: recombinant DNA technology, gene cloning, gene editing (CRISPR-Cas9)
Genetic Disorders
- Inherited disorders caused by mutations or chromosomal abnormalities
- Examples: cystic fibrosis, sickle cell anemia, Down syndrome
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Test your understanding of genetics, including the study of heredity and variation, DNA structure, and gene expression.
