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The scientific name for the the insect that is commonly used for genetic studies.
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When researchers select a small sample of a population to represent a larger population.
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The failure of chromatids to separate during meiosis.
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A procedure that is used to check the genes of a fetus by removing some of the baby's skin cells in order to do a karyotype.
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A type of chromosomal mutation where part of a chromosome breaks off and attaches to a non-homologous chromosome.
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When a single gene can affect multiple phenotypic outcomes.
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Molecules that are produced by the immune system and defend against specific antigens.
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This type of mutation shifts the reading frame for the codons because a base is added or deleted.
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A stage of precancerous cells where the cells are multiplying out of control and look abnormal.
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Chromosomes found in the human body that do not determine sex.
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A type of chromosomal mutation where part of a chromosome breaks off and reattaches upside down.
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A type of trait where it is only found on the X chromosome, but not the Y.
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A process where chromosomes are matched up with their homologues and placed in order from largest to smallest to see if there are any extra or missing chromosomes.
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A trait that is controlled by more than two genes.
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The type of twins that occur when two eggs are fertilized by two sperm at the same time.
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A type of mutation that occurs in the sex cells.
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Markers on a cell's surface that identify the cell as native to the body.
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Any change in the DNA.
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A family record that shows how a trait is inherited over several generations.
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A type of point mutation where the protein is not completed because a stop codon is coded for in the middle of the process.
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Term used to describe people who have one copy of a recessive allele, but do not exhibit the trait.
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A type of point mutation where the correct amino acid is still coded for.
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When cells are invading out of control and are invading nearby tissue.
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A type of mutation that does not progress past the zygote stage.
