10th std Biology | Unit 18 Genetics | Chromosomes, DNA & Genes | Part 6 | Samacheer Kalvi TN

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The human body is made up of various cells with nuclei, nucleic acid, and organelles like mitochondria, playing a key role in genetic material and inheritance through chromosomes. Genes' positions on chromosomes are vital, impacting the traits and characteristics transmitted across generations.

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  • Genes on chromosomes determine inherited traits and characteristics passed down through generations.
  • Chromosomes are vital carriers of genetic material, storing crucial information for inheritance and character typing.

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  • What are the components of a human cell?

    Cells consist of nuclei, nucleic acid, chromatin network, mitochondria, and nuclear membranes.

  • What is the function of chromosomes in the body?

    Chromosomes contain genetic material crucial for inheritance and character typing.

  • How do genes on chromosomes affect traits?

    Genes' location on chromosomes influences traits passed down through generations.

  • What is the role of nucleic acid in cells?

    Nucleic acid is a key component in cells, contributing to genetic information and cell function.

  • What are organelles found in human cells?

    Mitochondria and nuclear membranes are essential organelles in human cells, contributing to various cellular functions.

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Genetic Importance of Chromosomes in Inheritance

  • Human body is composed of millions of cells, including nuclei, nucleic acid, chromatin network, and various organelles like mitochondria and nuclear membranes.
  • Chromosomes play a crucial role in genetic material, containing essential information for inheritance and character typing.
  • The location and position of genes on chromosomes are significant, influencing traits and characteristics passed down through generations.
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