Asked by
Cynthia Stevens
on Dec 26, 2024Verified
Research into the human genome has found that human beings have genes in every cell of their bodies.
A) 1,000-1,500
B) 10,000-20,000
C) 20,000-25,000
D) 40,000-50,000
Human Genome
The complete set of nucleic acid sequence for humans, encoded as DNA within the 23 chromosome pairs in cell nuclei and in a small DNA molecule found within individual mitochondria.
Genes
Sequences of DNA that determine characteristics and are inherited from one's parents.
- Attain a comprehensive understanding of the biological basis of heredity, including the critical roles of chromosomes, genes, and DNA.
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Learning Objectives
- Attain a comprehensive understanding of the biological basis of heredity, including the critical roles of chromosomes, genes, and DNA.