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What are the asexual mechanisms of reproduction?
What are the asexual mechanisms of reproduction?
Processes that ensure the continuity of a species without the fusion of gametes.
What are the sexual mechanisms of reproduction?
What are the sexual mechanisms of reproduction?
Processes that involve the fusion of male and female gametes.
What is the role of fertilization in mammals?
What is the role of fertilization in mammals?
The fusion of sperm and egg to form a zygote.
What is hormonal control of pregnancy?
What is hormonal control of pregnancy?
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Which processes are involved in polypeptide synthesis?
Which processes are involved in polypeptide synthesis?
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What is the function of proteins in living organisms?
What is the function of proteins in living organisms?
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The structure of DNA is modeled after the Watson and Crick DNA model.
The structure of DNA is modeled after the Watson and Crick DNA model.
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What is a mutagen?
What is a mutagen?
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What technology is used to determine inheritance patterns in a population?
What technology is used to determine inheritance patterns in a population?
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Year 12 Biology Pass Cards Overview
- Designed as a final revision tool for Year 12 Biology students
- Focuses on the most important course facts for effective exam preparation
- Recommended modes of study: solo review, group quizzes, in-depth understanding
Modules and Key Topics
Module 5: Heredity
- Mechanisms of reproduction (asexual and sexual) ensure species continuity
- Processes of fertilisation and implantation in mammals
- Hormonal regulation of pregnancy and birth in mammals
- Impact of scientific advancements on plant and animal reproduction in agriculture
DNA and Polypeptide Synthesis
- The structure of DNA and its replication process is modeled by the Watson and Crick model
- Comparison of DNA structures in prokaryotes versus eukaryotes
- Transcription and translation processes of polypeptide synthesis, highlighting their significance
- Genes and environmental factors influence phenotype expression
Genetic Variation
- Random segregation and crossing over contribute to genetic variation
- Importance of understanding nucleotide composition in cell replication
- Variations stemming from mutations and fertilisation
Inheritance Patterns in Populations
- Autosomal inheritance and its relationship with sex linkage
- Co-dominance, incomplete dominance, and the role of multiple alleles in inheritance
- Frequency data collection on population characteristics
Data Analysis
- Technologies for determining inheritance patterns
- Collaborative projects provide data analysis on population genetics for disease inheritance
- Use of biotechnology and its potential effects on Earth's biodiversity
Infectious Disease
- Understanding transmission methods of infectious diseases
- Examination of various infectious diseases caused by different pathogens
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Description
These Year 12 Biology pass cards serve as a concise revision tool, highlighting essential facts to help you excel in your exams. Perfect for solo study or group sessions, they focus on core concepts to ensure mastery of the material. Use them as the final step in your revision strategy for success!
