Genetics Vocab

It helps us understand how traits are passed from parents to offspring.

It allows us to predict the weather.

It helps us learn about ancient civilizations.

It is only useful for doctors.

Genes are made up of chromosomes.

Chromosomes are made up of genes.

Genes and chromosomes are unrelated.

Chromosomes and genes are the same thing.

Eye color

Blood type

Genotype

Dimples

At least one dominant allele must be present.

Two dominant alleles must be present.

Two recessive alleles must be present.

One recessive and one dominant allele must be present.

Having two identical alleles for a trait (e.g., BB)

Having two different alleles for a trait (e.g., Bb)

Having no alleles for a trait

Having three alleles for a trait