Cambridge IGCSE Biology · 0610

Inheritance & genetics

Chromosomes, alleles, Punnett squares and monohybrid crosses. Answer these 7 exam-style questions and get each one marked against the mark scheme — with the misconceptions it tests. No account needed to start.

Exam-style questions0 / 7 answered
How many chromosomes are in a human body cell?
Which best defines an allele?
State the difference between a gene and a chromosome.3 marks

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Explain why gametes must be haploid.4 marks

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Compare mitosis and meiosis.4 marks

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Command word · Define and stateAnswer exactly what this instruction asks for — nothing less scores.
Define the terms gene, allele and chromosome. State where mitosis and meiosis occur. [4 marks]4 marks

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We catch common misconceptions, not just marks.
Define genotype and phenotype.2 marks

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We catch common misconceptions, not just marks.