traits and reproduction- 8th grade science

traits and reproduction

Feature

A characteristic that all members of a species have.

Trait

A specific characteristic of an individual organism.

Function

How something works.

Structure

The way something is shaped, structured, or constructed.

Protein molecule

A type of large molecule that performs important functions inside organisms.

Gene

An instruction for making a protein molecule.

Gene version

A specific form of a gene that provides instructions for making a particular protein molecule.

Heterozygous

Having gene versions that are different.

Homozygous

Having gene versions that are the same.

Inherit

To receive genes from a parent.

Sexual reproduction

The process in which two parents pass on their genes to create offspring.