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Introductory Biology

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Set 13 Chromosomes And Human Genetics

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Question 1

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The chromosome theory of inheritance states that

A)chromosomes are made of DNA.
B)genes are located on chromosomes.
C)genes are inherited.
D)patterns of inheritance are based on probability.

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Question 2

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Which of the following processes creates new alleles?

A)crossing-over
B)independent assortment
C)mutation
D)random fertilization

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Question 3

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Inheritance is said to be both stable and variable because

A)chromosome structure ensures that the DNA sequence of a chromosome never changes, but allows offspring to inherit individual chromosomes randomly.
B)the process of gamete formation never changes, but the number of chromosomes in a gamete differs in different offspring.
C)most of the time, genetic material is transferred with complete accuracy to the next generation while still creating unique individuals.
D)each new individual is a mixture of different chromosomes, but the same genes are found on every chromosome in that individual.

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