Area of Study 1:  Genomics

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Outcome:
  • Explain and compare chromosomes, genomes, genotypes and phenotypes


From chromosomes to genomes

  • The distinction between genes, alleles and a genome
  • The nature of a pair of homologous chromosomes carrying the same gene loci and the distinction between autosomes and sex chromosomes
  • Variability of chromosomes in terms of size and number in different organisms
  • Karyotypes as a visual representation that can be used to identify chromosome abnormalities
  • The production of haploid gametes from diploid cells by meiosis, including the significance of crossing over of chromatids and independent assortment for genetic diversity


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