Principles of Genetics Introductory Notes

These flashcards cover the foundational definitions and historical background of genetics, specifically focusing on Gregor Johan Mendel's work and his study of Paisum sativum.

Genetics is defined as the study of __________ and __________.

heredity; variation

The term genetics was coined or proposed by __________.

William bas tear

__________ is considered as the father of genetics.

Gregor Johan Mendel

Gregor Johan Mendel was a priest in an Augustinian monastery in __________.

Czechoslovakia

Mendel selected __________ as a specimen of study of genetics.

$$paisum\,sativum$$

Mendel selected the specimen because it was readily available in the __________.

garden of the monastry

The plant was chosen because a huge number of __________ was seen in the plant.

variat^n

The specimen plant was easily cultivated and had a __________ life span.

short

__________ is defined as the similar characteristics between parent and offspring.

Heridty

__________ is defined as the dissimilar characteristics between parent and offspring.

Variation