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What defines an allele?
What defines an allele?
A human karyogram can help identify genetic disorders by showing the number of chromosomes.
A human karyogram can help identify genetic disorders by showing the number of chromosomes.
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What does DNA testing provide insights into regarding health?
What does DNA testing provide insights into regarding health?
Genetic predispositions to diseases, carrier status for genetic disorders, and personalized health recommendations.
The double helix model of DNA was proposed by ______ and ______.
The double helix model of DNA was proposed by ______ and ______.
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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 is NOT an application of DNA testing?
Which of the following is NOT an application of DNA testing?
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Consumer DNA testing services do not provide any recommendations for fitness and dietary needs.
Consumer DNA testing services do not provide any recommendations for fitness and dietary needs.
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Name one reason why someone might choose a specific DNA testing service.
Name one reason why someone might choose a specific DNA testing service.
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What is the primary component of DNA that distinguishes it from RNA?
What is the primary component of DNA that distinguishes it from RNA?
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Crossing-over in meiosis increases genetic diversity.
Crossing-over in meiosis increases genetic diversity.
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What is the outcome when an egg is fertilized by a sperm?
What is the outcome when an egg is fertilized by a sperm?
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During __________, mRNA is synthesized from a DNA template.
During __________, mRNA is synthesized from a DNA template.
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Which of the following is NOT a part of the female reproductive system?
Which of the following is NOT a part of the female reproductive system?
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What is the role of CRISPR in genetics?
What is the role of CRISPR in genetics?
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Natural selection leads to the extinction of all less adapted organisms.
Natural selection leads to the extinction of all less adapted organisms.
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Study Notes
Genetic Concepts
- Gene: A heritable unit controlling a specific characteristic.
- Allele: Different forms of a gene.
- Locus: The specific position of a gene on a chromosome.
- Chromosome: A long DNA strand containing many genes.
- Genome: The complete set of genetic material (DNA) in an organism.
Karyogram Analysis
- Sex determination: XX (female), XY (male) chromosomes.
- Genetic disorders: Extra or missing chromosomes indicate abnormalities (e.g., Down syndrome).
DNA Testing Applications
- Consumer DNA testing: Provides information on ancestry, health predispositions, carrier status, and traits.
- Personalized health: Insights into disease risks (cancer, heart disease, Alzheimer's) for proactive health management.
- Ancestry discovery: Uncovers ethnic origins, migration patterns, distant relatives.
- Lifestyle optimization: Insights into metabolism, medication response, and dietary needs for informed choices.
DNA Structure
- Watson and Crick: Developed the double helix model.
- Franklin and Wilkins: Contributed X-ray diffraction.
- Nucleotide structure: Sugar (deoxyribose), base (A, T, C, G), and phosphate group.
- Double helix: A-T, C-G complementary base pairing with hydrogen bonds.
Inheritance and Reproduction
- Meiosis: Creates genetic diversity via chromosome assortment and crossing-over.
- Reproductive systems: Diagrams of male (testes, vas deferens) and female (ovaries, fallopian tubes).
- Fertilization: Fusion of egg and sperm. Egg release (ovulation) into fallopian tube, fertilization occurring in the fallopian tube, zygote formation, implantation in the uterus, and subsequent development.
Genetic Information Translation
- RNA vs. DNA: RNA (single-stranded, ribose, uracil); DNA (double-stranded, deoxyribose, thymine).
- Transcription: Synthesis of mRNA from a DNA template via complementary base pairing.
- Translation: Decoding mRNA to synthesize proteins at ribosomes.
Gene Inheritance Patterns
- Genotype: Genetic makeup.
- Phenotype: Observable traits.
- Homozygous: Two identical alleles.
- Heterozygous: Two different alleles.
- Punnett squares: Predict offspring genotypes/phenotypes for monohybrid crosses.
- Inheritance patterns: Dominant/recessive, codominant, and ABO blood group traits.
Evolution by Natural Selection
- Variation sources: Mutation, meiosis, and sexual reproduction create genetic diversity.
- Natural selection: Better-adapted organisms survive and pass on favorable traits.
- Survival: Adapted individuals have a higher reproductive success.
Evidence for Evolution
- Fossil record: Transitional fossils show gradual change over time.
- Macromolecules: Amino acid sequences reveal evolutionary relationships. Phylogenetic analysis helps construct evolutionary trees showing relationships and divergence.
- Structural evidence: Homologous structures and vestigial organs indicate common ancestry.
Genetic Manipulation and CRISPR
- CRISPR: Gene editing technology.
- Ethical considerations: Altering human genomes has significant societal implications.
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Test your knowledge on key genetic concepts, including genes, alleles, and chromosomes. Dive into the applications of DNA testing for health and ancestry insights, as well as learn about karyogram analysis for identifying genetic disorders. This quiz covers foundational genetics and modern applications.
