Chromosomal Theory of Inheritance

Chromosomal Theory of Inheritance

CHROMOSOMAL THEORY OF INHERITANCE It was observed by Sutton and Boveri in 1902 that 1. Maternal (from mother) and paternal (from father) characters come together in the progeny which is…
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Important terms in Genetics

Important terms in Genetics

IMPORTANT TERMS IN GENETICS Factor: the unit responsible for the inheritance and expression of a particular character. Now replaced by the term gene. Gene: It is particular segment of a…
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Mendel’s Experiments on the Garden Pea

Mendel’s Experiments

MENDEL’S EXPERIMENTS ON THE GARDEN PEA Sir Gregor Johann Mendel (1822 to 1884) was Austrian monk who used garden pea (Pisum sativum) for his experiments and published his results in…
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Heredity and Variation

Heredity and Variation

HERIDITY AND VARIATION Whenever an infant is born in a family, the relatives begin to wonder about the resemblance of the infant’s eyes, facial features, complexion, colour of hair with…
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Principles of Genetics

Principles of Genetics

PRINCIPLE OF GENETICS It is common observation that seeds of mango trees grow into mango plants, does give birth to puppies and not into the young ones of any other…
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Population Problems and Controls

Population Problems and Controls

Explore solutions to global POPULATION PROBLEMS AND CONTROL measures in this comprehensive guide. Learn about sustainable practices, family planning, and societal interventions to address the challenges of overpopulation. Discover key…
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Reproduction in Human

Reproduction in Human

REPRODUCTION IN HUMAN The humans reproduce sexually. Reproduction in humans can be studied in two parts (a) Reproductive system, and (b) Fertilization, Pregnancy and development of the embryo. (a) Reproductive System…
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Reproduction

Reproduction

REPRODUCTION The ability to reproduce is one of the essential characteristics of living beings. It involves the transmission of genetic material from the parental generation to the next generation, thereby…
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