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Genetics

Practice Genetics MCQs from Biology — Science.

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Which molecule acts as an adapter during translation, matching amino acids to codons?

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What is the genotype of a pure-breeding round and yellow seeded pea plant?

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In a family, there are 4 daughters. What is the probability that the 5th child will be a boy?

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Who is known as the father of genetics?

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Which plant did Mendel select for his genetic experiments?

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How many pairs of contrasting characters did Mendel study in the pea plant?

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What is the physical expression or appearance of an organism's genetic makeup called?

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The specific segment of DNA that controls a particular trait is called a:

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In a monohybrid cross, what is the phenotypic ratio in the F2 generation?

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What are the alternative forms of a gene located at the same position on homologous chromosomes?

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If both alleles for a trait are identical (e.g., TT or tt), the organism is said to be:

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Which of the following is a dominant trait in Mendel's pea plant?

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What is the total number of chromosomes in a normal human body cell?

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Which pair of chromosomes determines the sex of a human male?

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The process by which traits are passed from parents to offspring is known as:

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Which law states that in a hybrid, only one character is expressed while the other remains hidden?

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A sudden and permanent change in the DNA sequence of a gene is called:

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Which nitrogenous base is present in DNA but absent in RNA?

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How many autosomes are found in a human sperm cell?

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What is the genotypic ratio of a monohybrid cross in the F2 generation?

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