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Genetics Pedigree Chart Basics

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What is the type of trait that affects only the X chromosome?

Y-linked trait

Mitochondrial trait

X-linked trait (correct)

Autosomal trait

What is the main function of RNA?

To provide structural support to cells

To transfer information to the next generation of cells

To make proteins (correct)

To store genetic information

What is the type of protein that allows movement?

Defensive protein

Enzymatic protein

Hormonal protein

Contractile and Motor protein (correct)

What is the overall protein structure that results from the aggregation of polypeptide subunits?

Quaternary structure Signup and view all the answers

What is the type of inheritance where both traits are expressed?

Co-dominance Signup and view all the answers

What is the direction of DNA elongation during DNA replication?

5’ to 3’ Signup and view all the answers

What is the symbol used to represent a deceased individual in a pedigree chart?

1 cross Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the study of genes and how they are passed down to future generations?

Genetics Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for an allele that will always be expressed if an individual has one copy of it?

Dominant Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a trait that is controlled by genes on the X chromosome?

Sex Linked Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for an individual's genetic makeup?

Genotype Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Punnett Square?

To determine the probability of an offspring's genotype and phenotype Signup and view all the answers