1.2.2 - Key Genetic Terms
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What is a gene?
💡 Hint: Think about how traits are passed down.
Define allele.
💡 Hint: Consider varieties of traits.
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What is the basic unit of heredity?
💡 Hint: Think about the smallest unit that carries genetic information.
True or False: Homozygous individuals have different alleles.
💡 Hint: Remember the meaning of 'homo-' in the term.
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If a plant with genotype Tt is crossed with another plant of the same genotype, what will be the potential genotypes of the offspring?
💡 Hint: Sketch a Punnett square to explore the combinations.
Explain how the environment can affect phenotype using an example.
💡 Hint: Consider other factors like temperature and water availability.
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