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Guide 8B

Genomes

Genetic information shared by a species.

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In this guide you will compare and contrast the genomes of different species, and consider environmental impacts on traits.

Video Overview

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Genomes Contents

Complete all five of these sections before taking the quiz and submitting your media piece.

Genomes Objectives

Comparative Genomes

Compare and contrast the genomes of a variety of animal species, including how all organisms utilize the same genetic code.

Mapping Genes

Explain what is means to map a gene, including the basic process and historical use of fruit flies and crossover data.

Laboratory Animals

List the characteristics of animal species that make them likely to be used as laboratory animals, including care and ethical concerns.

Epigenetics

Describe what epigenetics is and how environmental factors can impact DNA expression.

Eyes

Diagram basic eye structure and note significant evolutionary changes over time.

Genomes Product Page

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8A: Proteins

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8C: Visualizing Data

Learn more about Genomes

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