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Solving Crosses

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Genetics hopefuls solve Punnett Squares for monohybrid and dihybrid crosses. An example of each is provided to teach the process. Other heredity patterns are mentioned and genetic disorders are listed in the second half of the presentation. This resource will empower your biology class to solve genetics problems. 

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punnett square, dihybrid cross, monohybrid cross, multiple alleles, science
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Grade
7th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Presentations
Audience
For Teacher Use
Number of Slides
17

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