Vocab
What are Genes?
Genes are the basic building blocks of Heredity
Males have __ chromosomes
XY chromosomes
How many chromosomes does the average human have?
46
"Inherited genes that influence traits" is an example of nature or nurture?
Nature
What is Heredity?
The genetic transmission of characteristics from parents to their offspring.
Females have __ chromosomes
XX chromosomes
How is Down syndrome caused?
It is the result of an extra chromosome on the 21st pair.
"Experiences that shape thoughts and behaviors" is nature or nurture?
Nurture
What is a Genotype
Sets of genes that you have in your body.
Phenotypes are responsible for
observable traits in the human being
Inbreeding can lead to _______ traits.
undesirable
Environmental factors like education are categorized by _____?
Nurture
What is a Phenotype
The expression of a particular trait in an organism
Genotypes are responsible for
The makeup of a person's genetic information
What can increase the chances of having a chromosomal abnormality?
Being an older mother
Having blue eyes is an example of ______?
Nature