The alternative form of given gene are called:
Correct answer: D. Alleles
- A. Dominant
- B. Recessive
- C. Phenotype
- D. Alleles
Explanation
Fact. "Allele" is the word that we use to describe the alternative form or versions of a gene. Whereas Dominant refers to the relationship between two versions of a gene. Individuals receive two versions of each gene, known as alleles, from each parent. If the alleles of a gene are different, one allele will be expressed; it is the dominant gene. The effect of the other allele, called recessive, is masked. And The observable characteristics in an individual resulting from the expression of genes are called phenotype.
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