Genes

Genes are the basic unit of heredity in living organisms. They are made up of DNA and are responsible for the traits and characteristics that are passed down from one generation to the next.

Genes determine everything from your eye color to your height, and they play a crucial role in how living organisms develop and function.

Study Guide: Genes

1. What are genes?
   Genes are the basic unit of heredity in living organisms. They are made up of DNA and determine an organism's traits and characteristics.
2. Where are genes located?
   Genes are located on chromosomes, which are found in the nucleus of a cell.
3. How do genes work?
   Genes contain instructions for making proteins, which are essential for the structure and function of cells. These proteins determine an organism's traits and characteristics.
4. How are genes inherited?
   Genes are inherited from parents. Offspring receive half of their genes from their biological mother and half from their biological father.
5. What is the role of genes in evolution?
   Genes play a critical role in evolution by providing the genetic variation that allows populations to adapt to changes in their environment over time.

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