Human Genetics
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Objective
I can create a model to show how genetic traits are passed from parents to offspring using information about chromosomes.
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Warm-up video
National Geographic · 3:13Vetted channel
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Practice
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Define heredity and explain its significance in the study of genetics.
Describe the role of chromosomes in inheritance. How do they contribute to the traits of an organism?
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Exit ticket
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“Create a model (drawing or written description) that illustrates how a specific trait, such as hair color, is inherited from two parents to their offspring. Be sure to include the roles of genes and chromosomes in your explanation. Develop a model (drawing or written description) that shows how a specific trait, like height, is passed from parents to offspring. Explain the involvement of genes and chromosomes in your model.”
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