1.4 Genetic Inheritance

Description

This is a 79 slide PPT presentation for the new biology syllabus on the following learning outcomes:

1.4.1. Describe the structure of a chromosome and the role of a gene

1.4.2. Explain what is meant by nuclear inheritance; compare to non-nuclear inheritance

1.4.3. Compare genetic and epigenetic mechanisms; research one example of epigenetic inheritance in nature

1.4.4. Model inheritance to the first generation of a single unlinked trait in crosses involving homozygous and heterozygous parents

1.4.5. Model a cross involving incomplete dominance

1.4.6. Illustrate and state Mendel’s Laws of Segregation and Independent Assortment

1.4.7. Model inheritance to the second generation of two unlinked traits in crosses involving homozygous and heterozygous parents

1.4.8. Explain how linkage affects Mendel’s Law of Independent Assortment (knowledge of crossing over not required)

1.4.9. Model sex determination by X and Y chromosomes in humans

1.4.10. Model the inheritance of sex-linked traits from known examples

1.4.11. Identify benefits and limitations of Mendelian genetics to our understanding of heredity in the modern world

The material is focused, clear and condensed down in a very aesthetically pleasing fashion. Task slides are included and the action verbs are listed on the slides to ensure student familiarity with them and depth of treatment.

Learning intentions and learning checks are included on slides.

Links to the unifying stands noted also.

Clearly distinguished into HL and OL content