FRHD 1010 Chapter Notes - Chapter 2: Mcdonaldland, Leg Before Wicket, Birth Weight
7 Nov 2015
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Dna the molecule that contains the chemical instructions for cells to manufacture various proteins. Chromosome one of the 46 molecules of dna that each cell of the human body contains and that, together, contain all the genes. Gene a small section of a chromosome; the basic unit for the transmission of heredity consists of a string of chemicals that provide instructions for the cell to produce certain protein. Gamete a reproductive cell; that is, a sperm or an ovum that can produce a new individual if it combines with a gamete from the other sex to form a zygote. Allele any of the possible forms in which a gene for a particular trait can occur. Genotype an organism"s entire genetic inheritance, or genetic potential. Phenotype the observable characteristics of a person, including appearance, personality, intelligence, and all other traits. Genome the full set of genes that are the instructions to make an individual member of a certain species.
