5 Questions
Which term describes the passing on of traits from parents to their offspring?
Heredity
What is the complete set of genes within an organism's genome called?
Genotype
Which term describes the complete set of observable traits of the structure and behavior of an organism?
Phenotype
What molecule encodes genetic information and is known to be passed from one generation to the next?
DNA
Which example demonstrates a trait that arises from the interaction between genotype and the environment?
Albinism
Study Notes
Inheritance of Traits
- The passing on of traits from parents to their offspring is described as heredity.
- The complete set of genes within an organism's genome is called the genotype.
- The complete set of observable traits of the structure and behavior of an organism is described as the phenotype.
Genetic Information
- Genetic information is encoded in DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid), which is passed from one generation to the next.
Interaction of Genotype and Environment
- An example of a trait that arises from the interaction between genotype and the environment is a person's height, which is influenced by both genetic and environmental factors, such as nutrition.
Test your knowledge of heredity, inheritance, and genetics with this quiz. Explore how traits are passed down from parents to offspring and how variations in individuals can lead to species evolution through natural selection.
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