1.4 - Chromosomal Theory of Inheritance
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What does the Chromosomal Theory of Inheritance state?
💡 Hint: Think about how traits are passed from parents to offspring.
What is the main function of meiosis?
💡 Hint: Recall the type of cell division that reduces chromosome number.
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What is the primary assertion of the Chromosomal Theory of Inheritance?
💡 Hint: Consider the role of chromosomes in inheritance.
Chromosomes play a crucial role in ____ during meiosis.
💡 Hint: What happens during the exchange of genetic information?
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Design an experiment to show the impact of crossing over on the genetic variation of a population.
💡 Hint: Consider the factors that increase crossover rates and their consequences.
Analyze the impact of a specific mutation in a gene related to human traits, discussing its inheritance patterns.
💡 Hint: Think about Mendelian ratios and how they apply to this mutation.
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