1. What is an SNP (single nucleotide polymorphism)?

  2. What is bioinformatics?

    Think Critically

  1. Draw Conclusions Scientists have searched the human genome database to find possible promoter sequences. What is likely to be found near a promoter sequence?

  2. Infer Why does DNA move toward the positive end of the gel during gel electrophoresis?

  3. Observe The table below shows the DNA sequences that are recognized by five different restriction enzymes and the locations where those enzymes cut. Which enzymes produce DNA fragments with “sticky ends”? What is the common feature of the sequences cut by these enzymes?

Table titled 'DNA Sequences Cut by Enzymes' shows the data of 'Enzyme' and 'Recognition Sequence'.dd

Connecting Concepts

Use Science Graphics

Use the data table to answer questions 27 and 28.

Table titled 'Chromosomes and Phenotypes.'d

  1. Interpret Tables What differs in the sex-determining mechanism of the two organisms?

  2. 28. Draw Conclusions What can you logically conclude about the genes on the sex chromosomes of fruit flies and humans?

Write About Science

  1. Explanation Write a paragraph that tells how colorblindness is inherited. Describe the condition and explain why it is much more common in males. (Hint: Begin your paragraph with a topic sentence that expresses the paragraph's main idea.)

  2. Assess the Explain the relationship between meiosis and Down syndrome, Turner's syndrome, and Klinefelter's syndrome.

Analyzing Data

Hemophilia is an example of a sex-linked disorder. Two genes carried on the X chromosome help control blood clotting. A recessive allele in either of these two genes may produce hemophilia. The pedigree shows the transmission of hemophilia through three generations of a family.

A pedigree chart showing the transmission of hemophilia through three generations of a familydd

  1. Interpret Diagrams Which mothers are definite carriers of the gene?

  2. Apply Concepts Why did the sons of Person 3 not inherit the trait?

  3. Apply Concepts How could Person 12 have hemophilia if neither of his parents had hemophilia?

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Table of Contents

Miller & Levine Biology
About the Authors
Changing the World of Biology Education
Contents
Diversity of Life: A Visual Guide DOL•1–DOL•64
Labs and Activities
Features
UNIT 1 The Nature of Life
1 The Science of Biology
2 The Chemistry of Life
Unit Project
UNIT 2 Ecology
3 The Biosphere
4 Ecosystems and Communities
5 Populations
6 Humans in the Biosphere
Unit Project
UNIT 3 Cells
7 Cell Structure and Function
8 Photosynthesis
9 Cellular Respiration and Fermentation
10 Cell Growth and Division
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UNIT 4 Genetics
11 Introduction to Genetics
12 DNA
13 RNA and Protein Synthesis
14 Human Heredity
15 Genetic Engineering
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UNIT 5 Evolution
16 Darwin's Theory of Evolution
17 Evolution of Populations
18 Classification
19 History of Life
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UNIT 6 From Microorganisms to Plants
20 Viruses and Prokaryotes
21 Protists and Fungi
22 Introduction to Plants
23 Plant Structure and Function
24 Plant Reproduction and Response
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UNIT 7 Animals
25 Introduction to Animals
26 Animal Evolution and Diversity
27 Animal Systems I
28 Animal Systems II
29 Animal Behavior
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UNIT 8 The Human Body
30 Digestive and Excretory Systems
31 Nervous System
32 Skeletal, Muscular, and Integumentary Systems
33 Circulatory and Respiratory Systems
34 Endocrine and Reproductive Systems
35 Immune System and Disease
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A Visual Guide to The Diversity of Life
HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE
THE TREE OF LIFE
Bacteria
Protists
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Plants
Animals
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Appendix A Science Skills
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Appendix C Technology & Design
Appendix D Math Skills
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