Table of contents

1. Introduction to Genetics51m
2. Mendel's Laws of Inheritance3h 37m
3. Extensions to Mendelian Inheritance2h 41m
4. Genetic Mapping and Linkage2h 28m
5. Genetics of Bacteria and Viruses1h 21m
6. Chromosomal Variation1h 48m
7. DNA and Chromosome Structure56m
8. DNA Replication1h 10m
9. Mitosis and Meiosis1h 34m
10. Transcription1h 0m
11. Translation58m
12. Gene Regulation in Prokaryotes1h 19m
13. Gene Regulation in Eukaryotes44m
14. Genetic Control of Development44m
15. Genomes and Genomics1h 50m
16. Transposable Elements47m
17. Mutation, Repair, and Recombination1h 6m
18. Molecular Genetic Tools19m
- Genetic Cloning
  9m
- Methods for Analyzing DNA
  9m
19. Cancer Genetics29m
- Overview of Cancer
  21m
- Cancer Mutations
  7m
20. Quantitative Genetics1h 26m
21. Population Genetics50m
- Hardy Weinberg
  19m
- Allelic Frequency Changes
  31m
22. Evolutionary Genetics29m

2. Mendel's Laws of Inheritance

Mendel's Experiments and Laws

Genetics

2. Mendel's Laws of Inheritance

Mendel's Experiments and Laws

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Problem 50b

Textbook Question

Select a human hereditary disease or condition you would like to know more about. Using the OMIM website (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/omim), search for the disease and prepare a short synopsis of your findings. Include the following information:
A description of the disease or condition.

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Visit the OMIM website (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/omim) to access the Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man database, which provides detailed information about human hereditary diseases and conditions.

Use the search bar on the OMIM website to enter the name of a hereditary disease or condition you are interested in learning more about (e.g., Cystic Fibrosis, Huntington's Disease, etc.).

Review the search results and select the entry that corresponds to the disease or condition you searched for. This entry will typically include a detailed description, genetic basis, inheritance pattern, and other relevant information.

Read the description section of the OMIM entry to understand the clinical features, symptoms, and characteristics of the disease or condition. Note any specific genetic mutations or chromosomal locations mentioned.

Prepare a synopsis summarizing the key findings, including the description of the disease, its genetic basis, inheritance pattern, and any other notable information provided in the OMIM entry.

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Key Concepts

Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.

Hereditary Diseases

Hereditary diseases are genetic disorders caused by abnormalities in an individual's DNA, which can be inherited from one or both parents. These conditions can result from mutations in single genes (monogenic disorders), multiple genes (polygenic disorders), or chromosomal abnormalities. Understanding the inheritance patterns, such as autosomal dominant, autosomal recessive, or X-linked, is crucial for predicting the likelihood of disease occurrence in offspring.

OMIM Database

The Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM) is a comprehensive, authoritative database that catalogs human genes and genetic disorders. It provides detailed information about the genetic basis of diseases, including their clinical features, inheritance patterns, and associated genes. Researchers and healthcare professionals use OMIM to access up-to-date information for diagnosis, research, and education regarding hereditary conditions.

Disease Synopsis

A disease synopsis is a concise summary that outlines the key aspects of a specific condition, including its definition, symptoms, genetic basis, and potential treatments. This summary serves to inform readers about the essential characteristics of the disease, its impact on individuals, and the current understanding of its pathophysiology. Crafting a clear and informative synopsis is vital for effective communication in medical and academic contexts.

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Textbook Question

Go to the OMIM website (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/omim) and locate the Search button at the top of the page. Use the search function to look up, one by one, the following three human hereditary diseases that are relatively common in certain populations: 'Tay–Sachs disease' (select OMIM number 272800 from the search results list); 'cystic fibrosis' (select OMIM number 602421 from the search results list); and 'sickle cell anemia' (select OMIM 603903 from the search results list). For each of these diseases, look through the information and provide the following details:

In which population(s) does the disease most commonly occur?

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Textbook Question

Go to the OMIM website (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/omim) and locate the Search button at the top of the page. Use the Search function to look up, one by one, the following three human hereditary diseases that are relatively common in certain populations: 'Tay–Sachs disease' (select OMIM number 272800 from the search results list); 'cystic fibrosis' (select OMIM number 602421 from the search results list); and 'sickle cell anemia' (select OMIM 603903 from the search results list). For each of these diseases, look through the information and provide the following details:

Briefly describe the disease.

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Textbook Question

What gene is mutated in the disease?

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Textbook Question

On which chromosome is the gene for the disease located?

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Textbook Question

Select a human hereditary disease or condition you would like to know more about. Using the OMIM website (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/omim), search for the disease and prepare a short synopsis of your findings. Include the following information:

The gene mutated in the disease and its chromosome location.

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Multiple Choice

Which observation made by Mendel refuted the idea of blending inheritance?

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Multiple Choice

In Mendel's experiments, a cross between an aabb individual and another aabb individual will produce offspring with which genotype?

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Multiple Choice

What was Mendel's most significant conclusion from his research with pea plants?

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