Nucleic Acids & Protein Synthesis

Nucleic Acids and Protein Synthesis All Materials © Cmassengale Cell   à   Nucleus    à    Chromosomes   à   Genes    à     DNA  Proteins Organic molecules (macromolecules) made by cells Make up a large part of your body Used for growth, repair, enzymes, etc. Composed of long chains of small units called amino acids bonded together by peptide bonds Twenty … Continue reading “Nucleic Acids & Protein Synthesis”

Microscope Lab

  Microscope Lab – Using the Microscope and Slide Preparation Examine the microscope and familiarize yourself with the parts of the microscope. 1. Magnification The magnification written on the ocular lens (eyepiece) is _____________ The magnification on the Scanning objective ___________ Low Power Objective ___________ High Power Objective ___________ What is the total magnification for … Continue reading “Microscope Lab”

Genetics

  Mendelian Genetics All Materials © Cmassengale      1862 1868 1880   Genetic Terminology: Trait – any characteristic that can be passed from parent to offspring Heredity – passing of traits from parent to offspring Genetics – study of heredity Alleles – two forms of a gene (dominant & recessive) Dominant – stronger of … Continue reading “Genetics”