The Alphabet Glossary
Alleles: The different forms of a gene
Branching tree: A diagram that shows how scientists think that groups of organisms are related
Cell: Basic building block of life
DNA: Deoxyribonucleic acid
Evolution: The gradual change in a species over time
Fossil: Preserved remains of a species
Genetics: The study of heredity
Heredity: The passing of traits from parent to offspring
Interphase: Stage of the cell cycle before cell division
Karyotype: Picture of all the chromosomes in a cell
Lipid: Energy rich fat
Mitosis: Stage of the cell cycle in which cells divide
Natural Selection: The process by which individuals that are better adapted survive
Osmosis: Diffusion of water molecules through a cell
Phenotype: An organisms physical appearance
RNA: Ribonucleic acid
Species: A group of similar organisms tat can mate and produce fertile offspring
Trait: A physical characteristic
Variation: A difference in a species
