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Bio 10
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Autosome | Chromosome that is not a sex chromosome; also called autosomal chromosome |
| Genome | Entire set of genetic information that an organism carries in its DNA |
| Karyotype | Micrograph of the complete diploid set of chromosomes grouped together in parts, arranged in order of decreasing size |
| Pedigree | Chart that shows the presence or absence of a trait according to the relationships within a family across several generations |
| Sex chromosome | One of 2 chromosomes that determines an individual's sex |
| Sex-linked gene | Gene located on a sex chromosome |
| Bioinformatics | Application of mathematics and computers science to store, retrieve, and analyze biological data |
| Gel electrophoresis | Procedure used to separate and analyze DNA fragments by placing a mixture of DNA fragments at 1 end of a porous gel and applying an electrical voltage to the gel |
| Genomics | |
| Nondisjunction | |
| Restriction enzyme |