SSLC Biology Chapter 1 Genetics of Life class Notes

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These notes are designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the chapter "Genetics of Life" from the Kerala 10th Standard Biology Textbook, enriched with tables, comparisons, and structured explanations to aid in examination preparation.

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DNA: 

Location and Structure
Location of DNA
• Found in: Nucleus of eukaryotic cells, within chromosomes
• Chromosomal Composition:
o DNA
o Histone proteins
• Structure:
o DNA wraps around histone octamers to form nucleosomes.
o Nucleosomes coil to form chromosomes.
o Chromosomes consist of chromatids connected by a centromere.

Chromosomes
Composition
• Primary Components: DNA and histone proteins
• Structure:
o Histone Octamer: Eight histone proteins
o Nucleosome: DNA wound around histone octamer
o Chromosome Formation: Coiling of nucleosomes
o Chromatids: Two identical parts of a chromosome, joined by a centromere
Human Chromosomes
• Total Number: 46 (23 pairs)
• Types:
o Somatic Chromosomes: 22 pairs, control physical characteristics
o Sex Chromosomes: 1 pair (XX in females, XY in males) 

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