Asked by Danielle Saenz on Apr 24, 2024
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The alternate forms of a gene for the same trait are known as
A) alleles.
B) phenotypes.
C) genotypes.
D) codominants.
E) incomplete dominants.
Alleles
Alternative forms of a gene that occur at a specific locus on a chromosome, contributing to genetic diversity.
Gene
A unit of hereditary information composed of DNA, which resides on chromosomes and influences specific characteristics.
- Identify the differences between genotype and phenotype.
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Jidapa Suwanchai6 days ago
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The alternate forms of a gene for the same trait are called alleles. Phenotypes refer to the physical expression of a trait, genotypes refer to the genetic makeup of an individual, and codominants and incomplete dominants refer to specific patterns of inheritance for certain alleles.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the differences between genotype and phenotype.