Biology, chromosomes

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  • Created on: 17-03-13 09:18
What is a chromosome?
Rod shaped bodies found in the nucleus that contain genetic information
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How many chromosomes does a human body contain?
23 pairs
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What is a gene?
The basic unit of genetic material inherited from parents. It is a section of DNA which controls part of a cells chemistry
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What are the female sex chromosomes?
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What is an allele?
Different versions of the same gene
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How many chromosomes does a human body contain?

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23 pairs

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What is a gene?

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What are the female sex chromosomes?

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What is an allele?

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