Chapter 5: Genetics
What you need to learn in this chapter
In this chapter, we will be learning about genetics, which is the study of genes and heredity.
We will start by understanding cell division, including genes, DNA, and chromosomes in the nucleus. We will then compare and contrast mitosis and meiosis.
Next, we will explore inheritance in humans and learn about the mechanisms involved. We will also study mutation, including its definition, types, and factors that cause gene and chromosomal mutations.
Additionally, we will delve into genetic engineering technology, discussing its applications, ethical considerations, and the process of cloning. We will also learn about genetic disorders, their causes, symptoms, and treatments.
Finally, we will explore genetic variation and its importance in evolution, including the factors that contribute to it and the role of natural selection.
Topics in this chapter
1. Cell Division
What you will learn in this topic
- Explain gene, deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA), and chromosomes in the nucleus
- Compare and contrast mitosis and meiosis
- Justify the importance of mitosis and meiosis
2. Inheritance
What you will learn in this topic
- Explain inheritance in humans
- Communicate about the inheritance mechanisms
3. Mutation
What you will learn in this topic
- Describe mutation definition and types of mutation
- Explain with examples the factors that cause gene mutation and chromosomal mutation
- Explain with example gene disorder diseases with its characteristics and the screening method of the disease
- Discuss genetic research application to increase living quality
- Debate the effects of genetics research to human life
4. Genetic Engineering Technology
What you will learn in this topic
- Justify genetic engineering technology
- Debate the effects of genetic engineering technology in life
- Justify etiquette in genetic engineering technology
5. Variation
What you will learn in this topic
- Communicate about continuous variation and discontinuous variation
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