Genetics and evolution · Puzzle

Crossword

9 clues from this topic’s key words.

Tap a square, then tap the letters under the grid. Tap the square again to change between across and down.

Across

Down

Answers
  • 1 down: The differences between living things. Variation
  • 2 down: A group of living things that can breed together to produce fertile offspring. Species
  • 3 down: The shape of DNA: two strands twisted together. Double helix
  • 4 across: A thread of tightly coiled DNA that carries many genes. Chromosome
  • 5 down: A change in the DNA. Mutation
  • 6 across: The variety of living things in a place. Biodiversity
  • 7 across: A sex cell: an egg or a sperm. Gamete
  • 8 down: A section of DNA that controls an inherited feature. Gene
  • 9 across: The passing of genetic information from one generation to the next. Heredity

The worksheet

The same crossword as a worksheet to print.

The Genetics and evolution puzzle booklet has the topic’s puzzles and every lesson’s, with their answers. This worksheet is page 2, and its answers are on page 3.