1. Introduction to Genetics

In a diploid cell, the number of alleles is the same as the number of genes.

What is an allele?

The chromosomal theory of inheritance states that….

Which one of the following is NOT a division of Genetics?

Compare and contrast the following terms:

homozygous and heterozygous

Compare and contrast the following terms:

genotype and phenotype

Compare and contrast the following terms:

dominant and recessive

Genetics affects many aspects of our lives. Identify three ways genetics affects your life or the life of a family member or friend. The effects can be regularly encountered or can be one time only or occasional.