STRUCTURE OF GENE y Gene a segment of DNA that is expressed to yield a functional protein. y Gene term coined by Johanson ( 1909). y Eukaryotic genes are split genes. INTRONS…

Slide 1Evidence for evolution 1 Bio3B Slide 2 Palaeontology This involves the collection of evidence of past life or fossils The fossil record shows: similarities between…

Slide 19.2 Experimental genetics began in an abbey garden Gregor Mendel Augustinian monk who taught natural science to high school students Mendel's brilliant performance…

1. Biology Bingo 2. The genotype of a female 3. The number of chromosomes in a diploid cell 4. The process of cell division in sex cells 5. Two gametes produce a…. 6. A…

1. Biology Bingo 2. The genotype of a female 3. The number of chromosomes in a diploid cell 4. The process of cell division in sex cells 5. Two gametes produce a…. 6. A…

Slide 1 BASIC GENETICS TERMS Terms you’ve gotta know Slide 2 GENE Gene : a section of DNA that codes for a trait A chromosome is a chunk of DNA and genes are parts of chromosomes…

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Slide 1 Chapter 15 DNA-Based Tissue Typing Slide 2 Objectives  Describe the structure of the MHC locus that encodes the HLA antigens.  Explain the role of these antigens…