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Grade 10th · Biology · Heredity and Evolution

Heredity, Mendel's Laws & Sex Determination

Master Heredity, Mendel's Laws & Sex Determination for Grade 10th Biology. Includes verified formulas, core concepts, step-by-step checklists, and interactive solver tools.

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Essential Formulas & Mathematical Definitions

Monohybrid F2 Phenotype = 3:1, Genotype = 1:2:1
Dihybrid F2 Phenotype = 9:3:3:1
Human Karyotype = 44 + XX/XY

Mendel's Monohybrid Cross

Cross between pure tall (TT) and pure dwarf (tt) produces all tall (Tt) in F1. In F2 generation, phenotypic ratio is 3 Tall : 1 Dwarf.

Sex Determination in Humans

Females possess XX chromosomes producing only X eggs. Males possess XY chromosomes producing 50% X and 50% Y sperm. The father's sperm determines child sex.

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Exam Day Revision & Problem Solving Checklist

  • ✓Draw Punnett squares for monohybrid and dihybrid crosses
  • ✓Explain Law of Segregation and Law of Independent Assortment
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High-Yield Exam Strategy & Scoring Tips

Step-by-Step Mark Allocation

Always state the governing principle or formula first, write given values with standard SI units, substitute clearly, and highlight the final numerical answer with units in a box for full step marking.

Common Calculation Traps

Watch for unit prefixes (cm to m, minutes to seconds, g to kg, degrees to radians). In coordinate and ray optics problems, double-check Cartesian sign conventions before computing.

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Frequently Asked Exam Questions & Concept Clarifications

Why did Mendel select pea plants (Pisum sativum)?

Pea plants have distinct contrasting traits, short life cycles, self-pollinate naturally, and produce abundant offspring.