Practice - Genes and Chromosomes
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Practice Questions
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What is a gene?
💡 Hint: Think about what instructions in DNA might refer to.
How many chromosomes do humans have?
💡 Hint: Recall how pairs relate to genetic inheritance.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the main function of a gene?
💡 Hint: Consider what role genes play in biology.
Are chromosomes structures that contain DNA?
💡 Hint: Think about what you learned about chromosome structure.
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Challenge Problems
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Consider how an error in chromosome number (like aneuploidy) can affect an organism. Discuss its potential impact on development and health.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how genetic variation affects populations.
Analyze a scenario where an environmental factor causes mutations in specific genes across generations. What implications could this have on evolution?
💡 Hint: Think about references to natural selection.
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