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definitions
Term | Definition |
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heterozygous | two different alleles (Aa) |
homozygous | two of the the same alleles (AA, aa) |
Alleles | different forms of genes |
dominant | always shows up when dominant is pressent |
recessive | hidden when dominant is present |
trait | characteristic |
gene | factor that controls traits |
purebred | always produces offspring with the same trait (AA, aa) |
hybrid | two different alleles for a trait (Aa) |
heredity | parents to offspring |
genetics | the study of heredity |
pheneotype | physical appearance, visible trait |
genotype | genetic makeup, allele combination |
chromosomes | short, thick coils of DNA |
DNA | determines the inherited traits of an organism |
acquired trait | learning how to play soccer |
inherited trait | the color of your eyes |