Multiple Choice
In fundamental genetics, what term describes a different form of a gene found at the same locus on homologous chromosomes?
1. Introduction to Genetics
Fundamentals of Genetics
Multiple Choice
In the fundamentals of genetics, different versions of a gene are called:
A
Chromatids
B
Alleles
C
Gametes
D
Centromeres
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Understand the question is asking for the term used to describe different versions of a gene.
Recall that a gene is a segment of DNA that codes for a specific trait, and variations in this gene are responsible for differences in that trait.
Identify the options: Chromatids, Alleles, Gametes, Centromeres, and consider their definitions.
Chromatids are identical copies of a chromosome connected by a centromere, not different versions of a gene.
Alleles are the different versions or variants of a gene that can exist at a specific locus on a chromosome.
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