Multiple Choice
In the fundamentals of genetics, what term refers to a specific version of a gene?
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1. Introduction to Genetics
Fundamentals of Genetics
Multiple Choice
In genetics, one form of a gene is called a(n):
A
Chromosome
B
Allele
C
Phenotype
D
Genotype
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Understand the terminology: In genetics, a gene is a segment of DNA that codes for a specific trait.
Recognize that a gene can have different versions or forms, which are called alleles.
Differentiate between the terms: a chromosome is a structure that contains many genes; phenotype is the observable trait; genotype is the genetic makeup.
Identify that the question asks for the term describing one form of a gene, which corresponds to 'allele'.
Conclude that the correct answer is 'allele' because it specifically refers to one variant of a gene.
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