Topic 3.1 Genes Flashcards
1
Q
Where is a gene found on a chromosome?
A
A gene for a specific trait occupies a corresponding place, called a locus, on a chromosome.
2
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What are alleles?
A
Variations or versions of a gene are called alleles. An allele is one specific form of a gene, differing from other alleles by one or a few bases.
3
Q
What is a gene?
A
A gene is a heritable factor that consists of a length of DNA and influences a specific characteristic.
