DNA
Located in the nucleus of the cell. All of our cells have the exact same DNA in their nucleus. Structure is double helix.
Chromosomes
Strands of DNA. 1 strand of DNA = 1 chromosome. Humans have 46 chromosomes inherited from both parents, 23 from each.
Genes
Lengths of DNA that contain information about a trait.
Alleles
Variations of a gene that code for a specific single variation of the trait.
Genotype
An individual’s genotype is made up of their alleles. Contained in DNA, you can’t see it.
Phenotype
An individual’s phenotype is made up of their traits. Phenotype is physical appearance, you can see it.