Laboratory 10
Basic Genetics
Part 1
(Take Home Assignment)
Visit the following Site Location:
http://gslc.genetics.utah.edu/
Click on the link that says "The Basics and Beyond" then ---Click on the link that says
"Tour the Basics"
Answer the following questions:
1. What is DNA? _____________________________________________________
2. What does DNA stand for?
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3. Why is DNA called a blueprint?
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4. The "twisted ladder" shape of the DNA molecule is called a
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5. Name the four bases found in a DNA molecule.
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6. A DNA strand is made of ______________ which make up _______________ which
make up sentences.
7. These "sentences" are called _____________________________________
What is a Gene? Hint - Look at the navigation bar at the top, you'll need to click on
"What is a Gene" to continue.
8. What is a gene?
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9. Blood cells use a protein called _______________________ to capture and carry
oxygen.
10. When a gene is changed, it is said to be ________________________________
11. A mutation in the hemoglobin gene cause what disorder?
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