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TermDefinition
Heredity The process by which organisms can pass genetic traits on to their offspring
Genetics The science that accounts for natural differences and resemblances among organisms related by descent
DNA Combination of proteins called nucleotides that is arranged to make up and organism's chromosomes
Gene A tiny segment of DNA found on a chromosome within a cells nucleus
Chromosome Units within cell nuclei where genetic material is stored
Genome All the DNA in an organism including its genes
The Human Genome Project a scientific project funded by the us government in 1990 that successfully was completed in 2000 for the purpose of mapping all of a humans genes
Genetic Diseases Permanent changes in the DNA or mutations
Genetic engineering Manipulation of DNA within the cells of plants, animals, and other organisms through synthesis, alteration or repair to ensure that certain harmful traits will be eliminated in offspring and that the desirable traits will appear and be passed on
Cloning The process used to create an exact genetic replica of another cell, tissue, or organism
Gene Therapy The insertion of a normally functioning gene into cells in which an abnormal or absent element of the gene has caused disease
Infertility The failure to conceive for a period of 12 months or longer
Parens patriae A legal document that gives the state the authority to act in a child's best interest
Safe haven law State law that allows mothers to abandon newborns to designated safe facilities without penalty
Mature minors Individuals in their mid to late teens considered mature enough to give informed consent
Emancipated minors Individuals in their mid to late teens who legally live outside parents or guardian's control
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