Genetics
B= Dominant
b= Recessive
What is the job of a Nucleus?
It acts as the control center of the cell. It regulates the cell’s growth and reproduction.
Do our eyes actually see things? Why or why not?
No, our eyes see reflections of light and then our optic nerves and brain tell us what we are seeing.
What kind of muscle is the heart made of?
Cardiac Muscle
Who is Miss Elena's favorite singer?
Taylor Swift or Beyonce
What is a Genotype vs a Phenotype?
Genotype: the letters that we find in Punnett squares of genetics ex: Bb
Phenotype: the description of the actual physical trait ex: Brown Hair
What is cytoplasm?
The cytoplasm is composed mainly of water, with some solids. Most of the cell’s constant work of keeping alive is performed in the cytoplasm. Special structures, called organelles, within the cytoplasm perform specific functions.
What are our eyelashes jobs?
To catch dust and other particles that could enter the eye.
What do White Blood Cells (leukocytes) do?
White blood cells, or leukocytes, help to keep the body healthy. Some swallow up tiny living things called bacteria or other foreign substances. Others release proteins that attack invading substances. Still others help to break down and remove dead cells.
What are the steps of the Scientific Method?
Observation, Question, Hypothesis, Experiment, Data, Conclusion
Who discovered genetics?
Mendel
What is the job of the Mitochondria?
The mitochondria is the powerhouse of the cell.
Does the Iris or Pupil change in size?
The Iris changes size
What do veins do?
They carry blood back to the heart.
Is ice melting a chemical or physical change?
Physical
How many chromosomes are in each person's DNA?
46 Chromosomes
What are the 2 main differences between plant and animal cells?
What part of the eye is the sclera?
The white part of the eye.
What are the 3 blood type letters?
A, B, O
What condition did Miss Elena say she has that makes her ears ring?
Tinnitus
What is an allele?
It holds the genetic code for a specific trait on each chromosome.
What chemical do Chloroplasts contain?
Chlorophyll
Why are dogs and some people color blind?
They are missing some of the rods and cones need for seeing all the colors.
What are the tree like structures at the top of your lungs?
(Hint: sounds like a vegetable)
Bronchi
Is a pH of 9 an acid or a base?
Base