Genetics Vocabulary

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c
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o t

- r
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r d a
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e p o l y g e n i c

c m t
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e p i
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d s h n
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h o m o z y g o u s / p u r e b r e d a
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m i n g e n e

i v o e t

n e t n
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a h e t e r o z y g o u s / h y b r i d

n p t
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g e n e t i c s e y

Across Down
4. many genes together express a trait. 1. when both genes are expressed.
7. two of the same genes for a trait. 2. a characteristic inherited from a parent.
8. unit of inherited material carried on the 3. masked by dominant
chromosome. 5. the physical appearance for a trait.
9. one of each gene for a trait. 6. a trait always expressed when present.
10. study of heredity - traits passed on from parent to 8. the genetic code combination for a trait.
offspring.