Benjamin Pierce
ISBN #9781464109461
5th Edition
1,059 Questions
Homework Questions
Genetics: A Conceptual Approach is a comprehensive guide that demystifies the fundamental principles of genetics, spanning from Mendelian inheritance to the intricate molecular processes that govern life. The book outlines the structure and function of DNA, emphasizing key processes like replication, transcription, and translation, and illustrates these concepts with tangible examples such as albinism—a classic autosomal recessive disorder. By bridging classical genetics with modern molecular techniques, the text highlights the evolution of genetic mapping and its pivotal role in advancing biotechnology and medical genetics. Overall, it provides a foundational understanding that is both accessible to beginners and insightful for advanced learners.
Chapter 1
Introduction to Genetics
Chapter 2
Chromosomes and Cellular Reproduction
Chapter 3
Basic Principles of Heredity
Chapter 4
Sex Determination and Sex-Linked Characteristics
Chapter 5
Extensions and Modifications of Basic Principles
Chapter 6
Pedigree Analysis, Applications, and Genetic Testing
Chapter 7
Linkage, Recombination, and Eukaryotic Gene Mapping
Chapter 8
Chromosome Variation
Chapter 9
Bacterial and Viral Genetic Systems
Chapter 10
DNA: The Chemical Nature of the Gene
Chapter 11
Chromosome Structure and Organelle DNA
Chapter 12
DNA Replication and Recombination
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Chapter 13
Transcription
Chapter 14
RNA Molecules and RNA Processing
Chapter 15
The Genetic Code and Translation
Chapter 16
Control of Gene Expression in Bacteria
Chapter 17
Control of Gene Expression in Eukaryotes
Chapter 18
Gene Mutations and DNA Repair
Chapter 19
Molecular Genetic Analysis and Biotechnology
Chapter 20
Genomics and Proteomics
Chapter 21
Epigenetics
Chapter 22
Developmental Genetics and lmmunogenetics
Chapter 23
Cancer Genetics
Chapter 24
Quantitative Genetics
Chapter 25
Population Genetics
Chapter 26
Evolutionary Genetics
Problem 1
Why was Mendels approach to the study of heredity so successful?
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Problem 2
What is the concept of colinearity? In what way is this concept fulfilled in bacterial and eukaryotic cells?
Bryan Lynn Numerade Educator
Problem 3
What is gene interaction? What is the difference between an epistatic gene and a hypost atic gene?
Abigail Schammel Numerade Educator
Problem 4
Draw a molecule of DNA undergoing eukaryotic linear replication. On your drawing, identify (a) origin, (b) polarity $\left(5^{\prime} \text { and } 3^{\prime} \text { ends }\right)$) of all template and newly synthesized strands, (c) leading and lagging strands, (d) Okazaki fragments, and (e) locat ion of primers.
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Problem 5
List the different types of chromosome mutations and define each one.
Problem 6
Answers to questions and problems preceded by an asterisk can be found at the end of the book. How did Hopi culture contribute to the high incidence of albinism among members of the Hopi tribe?
Raechel Tittor Numerade Educator
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