Gene
A code for a specific trait. It instructs the cell how to make specialized proteins.
Double Helix
The shape of DNA.
DNA
The instruction code for all life.
Phenotype
The visual trait.
Define: Gene
A code for a specific trait. It instructs the cell how to make specialized proteins.
Define: Double Helix
The shape of DNA.
Define: DNA
The instruction code for all life.
Define: Phenotype
The visual trait.
Define: Genotype
The combination of alleles.
Define: Dominant Allele
Alleles that show their effect even if only one is present.
Define: Recessive Allele
Alleles that only show their effect if paired with an identical allele.
Define: Homozygous
When two alleles (dominant or recessive) are the same.
Define: Heterozygous
When there is one dominant and one recessive allele.
Define: Sexual Reproduction
Reproduction by which offspring arise from two like organisms.
Define: Asexual Reproduction
Reproduction by which offspring arise from a single organism.
