1. GENETICS C-NOTES

2. The study of how traits are inherited and passed down from parents to
*What is “genetics”?
The study of how traits are inherited and passed down from parents to
offspring.

3. How are genes passed down?
In sexual reproduction, both parents pass the genes for traits to their offspring.
50% male- sperm
50% female- egg

4. What is a gene? A segment of DNA that contains information for
specific traits
GENETIC TRAIT- a characteristic passed on from a parent to offspring.

5. Order (Largest to Smallest)

6. Genetic Model (top half)
Cell
Nucleus
Chromosomes

7. Genetic Model (bottom half)

9. Check your Understanding: Acquired or Inherited?
Hand writing
Height
Dimples
Accent when speaking
Hair on fingers
Finger prints
Walking/running
Curly or straight hair
Acquired
Inherited