Multiple Choice
During independent assortment, pairs of ______ line up at the metaphase plate and separate.
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3. Extensions to Mendelian Inheritance
Understanding Independent Assortment
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The alleles of linked genes tend to ________.
A
undergo random segregation
B
assort independently
C
be inherited together
D
show complete dominance
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Understand the concept of linked genes: Linked genes are genes located close to each other on the same chromosome.
Recall Mendel's law of independent assortment, which states that genes on different chromosomes assort independently during gamete formation.
Recognize that linked genes do not assort independently because their physical proximity on the chromosome causes them to be inherited together more often than not.
Consider the process of crossing over during meiosis, which can sometimes separate linked genes, but this is less frequent for genes that are very close together.
Conclude that the alleles of linked genes tend to be inherited together rather than assorting independently or undergoing random segregation.
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