Practice Chromosomal Theory of Inheritance - 1.4 | Chapter 2: Genetics and Evolution | ICSE Class 12 Biology
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Question 1

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What does the Chromosomal Theory of Inheritance state?

💡 Hint: Think about how traits are passed from parents to offspring.

Question 2

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What is the main function of meiosis?

💡 Hint: Recall the type of cell division that reduces chromosome number.

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Question 1

What is the primary assertion of the Chromosomal Theory of Inheritance?

  • Genes are on chromosomes
  • Genes are in the nucleus
  • Genes are in the cytoplasm

💡 Hint: Consider the role of chromosomes in inheritance.

Question 2

Chromosomes play a crucial role in ____ during meiosis.

💡 Hint: What happens during the exchange of genetic information?

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Question 1

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.

Question 2

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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