Genetics and Heredity
Grade 7 Science · Saskatchewan, Canada
Understand how traits are passed from parents to offspring.
Lessons
What Is DNA
Discover the molecule that contains the instructions for building and running every living thing.
Genes and Chromosomes
Learn how DNA is organized into genes and chromosomes that carry your genetic information.
Dominant and Recessive Traits
Find out why some traits show up more often than others in families.
Punnett Squares
Use a simple diagram to predict the possible traits of offspring.
Mutations and Variation
Learn how changes in DNA create the variety of traits we see in living things.
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What topics are in Genetics and Heredity for Grade 7 Science?+
The Genetics and Heredity chapter covers multiple lessons aligned to the Saskatchewan curriculum. Browse all lessons below to see the full topic list.
Is Genetics and Heredity part of the Saskatchewan curriculum?+
Yes, Genetics and Heredity is part of the official Grade 7 Science curriculum in Saskatchewan, Canada.