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Understanding Genetics: Traits Inherited from Parents

Explore genetics, the study of how traits are inherited, genes passed down, and genetic models in this comprehensive guide. Learn the difference between acquired and inherited traits.

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Understanding Genetics: Traits Inherited from Parents

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  1. GENETICSC-NOTES

  2. *What is “genetics”? The study of how traits are inherited and passed down from parents to offspring.

  3. How are genes passed down? In sexual reproduction, both parents pass the genes for traits to their offspring. • 50% male- sperm • 50% female- egg

  4. What is a gene? • A segment of DNA that contains information for specific traits GENETIC TRAIT- a characteristic passed on from a parent to offspring.

  5. Order (Largest to Smallest)

  6. Genetic Model (top half) Cell Nucleus Chromosomes

  7. Genetic Model (bottom half)

  8. Hand writing Height Dimples Accent when speaking Hair on fingers Finger prints Walking/running Curly or straight hair Acquired Inherited Inherited Acquired Inherited Inherited Acquired Inherited Check your Understanding:Acquired or Inherited?

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