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Genetics Key words
Term | Definition |
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Nucleus | section of a cell that holds DNA |
Deoxyribonucleic acid | A self replicating molecule present in nearly almost every living organism. Also known as DNA. |
Chromosome | A coiled structure of DNA & protein found in the cell nucleus before division. |
Homologous | |
Gene | |
Allele | |
Nucleotide | Building block of nucleic acids: DNA and RNA. Composed of a Phosphate, Sugar, and a Base. |
Bases | The part of DNA that determines genetic variation. There are 4 bases in DNA: Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, and Guanine. |
Amino Acid | |
Protein | |
Trait | |
Mitosis | |
Meiosis | |
Crossing over | |
Indepedent assortment | |
Gamete | |
Zygote | |
Fertilisation | |
Genetic variation |