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HCS Biology
Chapter 5.1 (BJU Press)
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| genetics | The study of heredity. |
| gene | A segment of DNA capable of producing a specific amino acid chain (polypeptide) resulting in a specific characteristic. |
| chromosome | A strand of DNA entwined proteins; usually found in the cell's nucleus. |
| histone | A protein that supports, protects, and helps maintain the tightly coiled structure of the DNA in a chromosome. |
| chromatid | One of two DNA duplicates that compose one chromosome. |
| centromere | The attachment point of two sister chromatids; also serves as point if attachment of spindle fibers during mitosis. |
| karyotype | An illustration in which the chromosomes of a cell are arranged according to size. |
| homologous pair of chromosomes | Two chromosomes that have the same kinds of gene (alleles) in the same order. |
| homologue | One member of a homologous pair of chromosomes. |
| diploid | Having homologous pairs of chromosomes. |
| haploid | Having only one member of each homologous pair of chromosomes; characteristics of gametes. |