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heredity - correct answer The passing of traits from parent to offspring
genetics - correct answer The scientific study of heredity
deoxyribonucleic acid - correct answer DNA
gene - correct answer A segment of DNA on a chromosome that codes for a
specific trait
locus - correct answer Location of a gene on a chromosome
polyploid - correct answer condition in which an organism has extra sets of
chromosomes
asexual reproduction - correct answer A reproductive process that involves
only one parent and produces offspring that are identical to the parent.
sexual reproduction - correct answer "The process where two cells (gametes)
fuse to form one hybrid, fertilized cell"
mitosis - correct answer Cell's division (PMAT) of the nucleus. Final product
is 2 cells that are exactly like the parent cell.
fragmentation - correct answer A means of asexual reproduction whereby a
single parent breaks into parts that regenerate into whole new individuals.