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5th Genetics Vocab

genetics unit vocabulary for 5th grade

TermDefinition
DNA Short for deoxyribonucleic acid, the name of the molecule that carries genetic instructions for all living things.
Genes A basic physical unit made up of DNA that is passed from parents to their children
Parents Two organisms of the same species that mate and produce offspring
Offspring Any organism that is genetically similar to it's parent
Heredity The biological process when genetic factors are transmitted from one generation to the next.
Inherited Trait Features that are passed down from parents to their children and determined by genetics. Examples are hair color, eye color, and height.
Learned Behavior Any behavior that is learned by the offspring and not a part of their genes. Examples are intelligence, sports ability, and favorite things.
Dominant Gene Also called the recessive allele or trait, a gene that shows it's characteristics and is outwardly seen.
Recessive Gene Also called the recessive allele or trait, a gene that hides a certain dominant trait and is not outwardly seen.
Interdependence When one organism is dependent on another organism or nonliving thing for survival.
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