What is genetics?
The study of how traits or characteristics are inherited
Inherited characteristics
- include eyecolour and the ability to for, saliva
Non inherited characteristics
Nor controlled by genes
Learned during life
Where are Chromosomes found?
The nucleus
What are chromosomes made of?
DNA + proteins
Whats do chromosomes contain
Genes
What are genes?
A secrion of DNA that can produce a protein
how many chromosomes does the normal human cell have?
46
how many chromosomes does the sperm and egg have?
23
how many chromosomes does the zygote have?
46