Advanced Genetics in Biology

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A challenging difficulty Science worksheet on genetic inheritance patterns for grade 13 students. Includes questions on Genetic Inheritance Patterns, Genetic Variations and Mutations, Gene Expression and Regulation.

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Advanced Genetics in Biology

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Advanced Genetics in Biology

Instructions: Answer all questions carefully. For multiple-choice questions, select the most appropriate option. For short-answer questions, provide concise, accurate responses. Ensure clarity and precision in your answers.
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Genetic Inheritance Patterns

Questions about inheritance mechanisms and allele interactions.
1.
In a dihybrid cross involving two heterozygous traits, what is the expected phenotypic ratio in the F2 generation?
[2 marks]
A1:2:1
B3:1
C1:1:1:1
D9:3:3:1
2.
Define codominance and provide an example involving human blood groups.
[3 marks]
B

Genetic Variations and Mutations

Questions about sources of genetic diversity and mutation types.
1.
Which of the following mutations involves a change in a single nucleotide?
[2 marks]
AFrame-shift mutation
BPoint mutation
CChromosomal deletion
DDuplication
2.
Explain the role of mutations in evolution and genetic diversity.
[3 marks]
C

Gene Expression and Regulation

Questions about how genes are turned on and off.
1.
What is the function of the lac operon in bacteria?
[2 marks]
ATo synthesize amino acids
BTo replicate DNA
CTo regulate lactose metabolism
DTo control cell division
2.
Describe how epigenetic modifications can influence gene expression.
[3 marks]
D

Population Genetics and Evolution

Questions about genetic variation within populations and evolutionary mechanisms.
1.
Which Hardy-Weinberg principle condition is violated when a small population experiences genetic drift?
[2 marks]
ALarge population size
BRandom mating
CSmall population size
DNo mutations
2.
Explain how gene flow can affect genetic variation in populations.
[3 marks]

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Created
5/10/2025
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12/31/2025
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