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gene The basic unit of genetic material B1a, B1b, B6, genotype The alleles that an organism has B6
inherited from our parents. A B7a, B7b, C7 for a particular characteristic,
gene is a section of DNA which usually written as letters.
controls part of a cell's chemistry - genus A rank in classification below B3, B6
particularly protein production. family and above species.

general An algebraic formula that sets out a C7 geostation- A satellite orbiting a planet at P8
formula rule or trend which is followed by all ary the same rate as the planet. A
members of a homologous series. geostationary satellite orbiting
For example, all non-cyclic alkanes Earth has a period of 24 hours.
have the general formula CnH2n+2.
geothermal Energy from the heat of the Earth. P1
generator Device that converts kinetic C10, P2, P4,
energy into electrical energy. P7 germination The process where seeds sprout B5
generator When motion between a P7 and begin to grow.
effect conductor and a magnetic field gestation Process where the baby develops TB3
creates electricity, ie a magnet is during pregnancy.
moved into a coil of wire. giant A structure in which very large C2
genetic To do with inheritance because of B2, B6 covalent numbers of atoms are joined
genes. structure together by covalent bonds in a
genetic code The code formed by the order of B6 regular network.
the bases in DNA that determines giant metallic The structure of a metal. The metal C2
an organism's characteristics. structure atoms are arranged in a regular
pattern of layers, with delocalised
genetic Process which involves the artificial B1a, B1b, B3,
engineering transfer of genetic information B6, B7a, B7b electrons able to move between
from one donor cell or organism them.
to another. gill filament Structures that make up the gills of B2
a fish.
genetically To do with the genes that an B6
organism contains. gills The respiratory organ found in fish B2

genetically Describes a cell or organism that B6 and other aquatic animals. Gills
modified has had its genetic code altered have a large surface area, and
by adding a gene from another a good blood supply, for efficient
organism. gas exchange to happen in water.
genome The complete set of DNA found in B6 give Only a short answer is required, not Command
an organism. an explanation or a description. word