Cancer Cells
What is the name of the protein that checks DNA before a cell divides?
p53
Alleles
A trait that helps an organism survive and reproduce in its environment is called this
Adaptation
A group of organisms that can reproduce and produce fertile offspring is called this
Species
The process by which new species form when populations become isolated for a long time
Speciation
These are errors that occur in DNA when the bases do not pair correctly
Mutations
The process where chromosomes swap sections during reproduction
Crossing over
Environmental factors that cause changes in populations are called these
selection pressures
The process by which an organism's body temperature stays stable is called this
Thermoregulation
The process by which a cell divides to create two new cells is called
Mitosis
This process is when DNA makes a copy of itself
Replication
an observable characteristic of an organism that can be passed to its offspring is called this
trait
In the context of evolution, "survival of the fittest" means an organism is the best fit for its environment based on these inherited characteristics
traits
When two different species reproduce together, their offspring is called this.
Hybrid
When a tumor spreads to another part of the body, it is considered this kind of tumor
Malignant
A tumor that does NOT spread to other parts of the body is called what?
Benign
Heritability
When habitats are broken into small, isolated pieces it is called what
Fragmentation
The idea that different species evolved from shared ancestors is called this
Common ancestry
When cancer cells spread from one part of the body to another, this process is called
Metastasis
How does the sun cause skin cancer and what things can protect against it?
UV radiation causes mutations in DNA; Melanin and sunscreen can protect against UV damage
Explain the relationship between genes, alleles, and traits
Genes are hereditary units made of DNA; alleles are different versions of genes; traits are the observable characteristics produced by gene expression
Name, describe, and explain a human-made solution to prevent the negative effects of urbanization on wildlife
Wildlife corridors; Native plants; green roofs PLUS description and explanation!
This is a rapid period when many species die out in a short time due to massive environmental/climate changes
Mass extinction
What is the proper way to greet Lord Oliver?
You must let him sniff your hand before you pet him