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TermDefinition
chromosome hread-like structures in the nucleus of cells that package and carry genetic information made of DNA and proteins, 46, 23 pairs
DNA the molecule inside living cells that carries the genetic instructions for how an organism grows, develops, functions, and reproduces.
gene short segments of chromosomes composed of DNA
zygote 0-2 week germinal period
embryo 3-8 weeks, embryonic period
fetus 2-9 months
cross sectional design observing groups of subjects of varying ages at one time
longitudinal design observing subjects of the same age at varying times across their lifespan
sequential design More than one group, subjects within each group are of the same age, but each group differs from the others in age, studied over a period of time; combines cross sectional and longitudinal
Human Development he study of the patterns of continuity and systematic changes that occur throughout the lifespan of the organism
teratogens agents that cause birth defects
behavior genetics the study of the influence of genes and environment on behavior
nature genes
nurture environment
genotype genetic makeup, DNA sequence
phenotype observable trait
range of reaction The range of possible phenotypes from one genotype (range is restricted), due to environments effect on the expression of the gene
epigenetic effects a specific G x E interaction where E alters aspects of genetic material (chromosomes) BUT NOT DNA
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