Human Genetics

2 words in this vocabulary list

genetic disease autosome

genetic disease

noun a genetic disease is a disorder caused by an abnormality in an individual's DNA

adjective genetic refers to traits passed down through generations via DNA

  • Genetic diseases are caused by abnormalities in an individual's DNA.
  • Some genetic diseases can be passed down from parents to their children.
  • Having a genetic disease sucks, but there are treatments available.
  • The genetic disease of prejudice runs deep in society and must be eradicated.

autosome

noun a chromosome that is not a sex chromosome

  • An autosome is any chromosome that is not a sex chromosome.
  • Autosomes are the chromosomes that determine our physical characteristics.
  • The autosome is like the boss chromosome that calls all the shots.
  • Think of autosome as the conductor orchestrating the genetic symphony within our cells.