18 Questions
What term is used to describe traits that are determined by one or more genes and environmental factors?
Polygenic traits
Which scientist is credited with discovering the patterns of trait transmission?
Gregor Mendel
How many copies of the genome do somatic cells, except red blood cells, typically contain?
Two copies
Which process drives the specialization of distinctive cell types in the human body?
Gene expression
What type of cells provide a reserve supply for organ growth and repair in the body?
Stem cells
Which term is most closely related to a trait caused predominantly by a single gene?
Dominant trait
What is the main focus of precision medicine?
Preventing and treating diseases based on individual differences in gene variants
Which of the following is NOT considered an opportunity in genetics research for medicine?
Documenting familial memories and stories
What is the primary role of genes in heredity?
Transmitting information between generations
In genetics, what do DNA sequences primarily help determine?
Inherited traits
Which area of genetics research focuses on how people are related and where their ancestors lived?
Genetic genealogy
What do genes consist of?
Long molecules of DNA
What term is used to describe a change in a gene that can lead to a disease?
Mutation
Which amino acid is inserted instead of glycine due to the mutation in the CFTR gene?
Aspartic acid
How many pairs of chromosomes are found in a human somatic cell?
46
Which term describes variants in a gene's DNA base sequence between individuals?
Alleles
What are the two chromosomes that determine an individual's sex known as?
Sex chromosomes
In what form are chromosomes present when a cell is not dividing?
Unwound within the nucleus
Explore the opportunities in genetics research for medicine including genetic testing and gene manipulation. Learn about inherited traits, DNA variations, precision medicine, and the role of genes and genomes in disease prevention and treatment.
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