Genetics and Inheritance
This topic introduces genetic crosses, Punnett squares, and the inheritance of sex and genetic disorders. Students will predict the outcomes of monohybrid crosses.
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This topic introduces genetic crosses, Punnett squares, and the inheritance of sex and genetic disorders. Students will predict the outcomes of monohybrid crosses.
Key Questions
- How do we use Punnett squares to predict inheritance?
- What is the difference between dominant and recessive alleles?
- How are genetic disorders like cystic fibrosis inherited?
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