Genetics/Punnett Squares
What is a Phenotype?
A description of the physical trait represented by the genes.
What part of the eye connects to the brain?
The Optic Nerve
What organelle is the brain of the cell?
Nucleus
Where is our field trip going to be?
A Diamondbacks game - yay!
What is a Punnett Square?
A chart where we can figure out what genotype and phenotype a child will be for a specific trait.
Do we actually see THINGS?
No, we see LIGHT that reflects, and our brain tells us what we see.
What shape are animal cells generally versus what shape are plant cells?
Plants - Square
Are blue eyes a dominant or recessive trait?
How many squares does a Punnett Square have?
4 Squares
What is the purpose of Eyelashes?
To catch dust and other particles that could enter the eye.
What part of a plant cell helps with photosynthesis?
The chloroplasts
Is grass made of cells? What kind?
Yes, plant cells
Make a Punnett Square!
A mom has Blonde hair Genotype bb and a dad has Brown hair Genotype BB, what are the chances the child will have Blond hair?
0% chance
What parts inside the Retina see color?
Rods and Cones
What plant process were we representing when we ran around with dodgeballs?
Photosynthesis
Miss Elena has 3 jobs, what are they?
Teacher, Babysitter, Gym Daycare Worker
How many chromosomes do you inherit from each parent?
23 (46 total)
What is the Sclera?
The White part of the eye.
What is the chemical energy that plants make as their food?
ATP
Is there just one kind of color blind?
No! There are many variations of color blindness