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DNA:
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A self-replicating material present in nearly all living organisms as the main constituent of chromosomes.
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Genome:
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the set of genes presented in a cell or organism
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Gene:
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It is a unit of heredity which is passed threw generations and defines ones characteristics
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Trait:
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a genetically determined characteristics
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Double Helix:
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parallel helices intertwined through a common axis, the structure of the DNA molecule.
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Protein:
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a class of nitrogenous organic compounds that consist of large molecules which are a essential part of all living organisms.
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Monomer:
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A molecule that can be bonded to another identical molecule which creates a polymer.
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Polymer:
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A substance that has a molecular structure made of a large number of similar molecules bonded together.
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Chromosome:
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A structure of nucleic acids and protein found in most living organisms wich carry genetical information.
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Heredity:
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The passing on of genetical information, generation by generation.
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Nucleus:
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The central and most important part of a object.
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Genetic Code:
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DNA and RNA molecules, that carry genetic information in living cells.
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