Table of contents
- 1. Introduction to Genetics51m
- 2. Mendel's Laws of Inheritance3h 37m
- 3. Extensions to Mendelian Inheritance2h 41m
- 4. Genetic Mapping and Linkage2h 28m
- 5. Genetics of Bacteria and Viruses1h 21m
- 6. Chromosomal Variation1h 48m
- 7. DNA and Chromosome Structure56m
- 8. DNA Replication1h 10m
- 9. Mitosis and Meiosis1h 34m
- 10. Transcription1h 0m
- 11. Translation58m
- 12. Gene Regulation in Prokaryotes1h 19m
- 13. Gene Regulation in Eukaryotes44m
- 14. Genetic Control of Development44m
- 15. Genomes and Genomics1h 50m
- 16. Transposable Elements47m
- 17. Mutation, Repair, and Recombination1h 6m
- 18. Molecular Genetic Tools19m
- 19. Cancer Genetics29m
- 20. Quantitative Genetics1h 26m
- 21. Population Genetics50m
- 22. Evolutionary Genetics29m
1. Introduction to Genetics
History of Genetics
2:40 minutes
Problem 14c
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionBriefly describe the contribution each of the following people made to the development of genetics or genetic analysis. Rudolph Virchow:
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Cell Theory
Rudolph Virchow is known for his contributions to the development of cell theory, particularly the idea that all cells arise from pre-existing cells. This concept laid the groundwork for understanding the cellular basis of life and the role of cells in heredity and genetic inheritance.
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Pathological Anatomy
Virchow is also recognized for founding the field of pathological anatomy, which examines the structural changes in cells and tissues caused by disease. His work emphasized the importance of cellular changes in understanding genetic disorders and the hereditary nature of certain diseases.
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Biological Determinism
Virchow's ideas contributed to the early discussions of biological determinism, the notion that biological factors, including genetics, significantly influence human behavior and social structures. This concept has implications for understanding the genetic basis of traits and diseases, shaping future genetic research.
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