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Genetucs and evoluti

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What is genetics The study of how characteristics (traits) are passed on through generations
2 types of characteristics Inherited (genetic) acquired (from your surroundings)
Chromosomes Thread like structures made of DNA And protein
Gene Section of DNA in chromosome, unit of inheritance
How many chromosome does a human have 46 except gametes
Heredity Passing on of features (genes)
What is a species An animal or plant that caninterbreed and make fertile offspring
Variation Difference between the same species
Mutation Change in chromosome/gene
Cancer Disease caused by uncontrollable cells in bodh
Types of tumours Benign (dont spread) malignant (spread)
Causes of mutation Smoking, UV rays, X rays
Mutagen Environmental factor that causes mutations
How can mutations affect you They can affect your gametes and spread to offspring
What is biotechnology Use of living things or their parts to perform useful services
Genetic mutation Purposefully altering genes to produce satisfactory results
Created by: Jack Mulcahy
 

 



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