LS3.A - Inheritance of Traits

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Structural changes to genes (mutations) located on chromosomes may affect proteins and may result in __________ effects to the structure and function of the organism.

threadlike structures made of DNA molecules that contain the genes

changes in the genetic material

A molecule made up of amino acids needed for the body to function properly. They are the basis of body structures, such as skin and hair, and of other substances such as enzymes, and antibodies.

DNA segments that serve as the key functional units in the inheritance of genetic traits

Cell division that produces reproductive cells in sexually reproducing organisms

cell division in which the nucleus divides to produce the same number of chromosomes

cell organelle that makes proteins