Practice Data Analysis (8.4) - Genetics and Inheritance - IB MYP Class 10 Sciences (Group 4)

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Question 1.
What is a pedigree chart?
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Think about how you visualize family trees.
Question 2.
Define allele frequency.
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It relates to how common an allele is!
3Question 3.
What does a pedigree chart represent?
- Genetic relationships within a population
- Inheritance patterns through generations
- Solely genetic mutations
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Think of it like a family tree.
4Question 4.
True or False: A high allele frequency indicates low genetic diversity in a population.
- True
- False
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Consider diversity in the context of evolution.
Question 5.
A couple has three children. The first is a carrier of a recessive disease, the second is affected by the disease, and the third is unaffected. What is the probability that any future child will also be a carrier?
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Think about the inheritance patterns for recessive traits.
Question 6.
Discuss how observations of allele frequency changes might help with conservation efforts in endangered species.
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Consider the importance of genetic diversity in maintaining resilient species.

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