HORTICULTURE

HORTICULTURE SCIENCE

ENVIRONMENTAL BIOTECHNOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What statement about genes is TRUE?
A
Nearly identical genes are found in a wide variety of organisms.
B
Genes are only found in humans.
C
Genes are found in all living organisms, but humans do not share genes with other organisms
D
Genes in all mammals are identical
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Definition. Homozygous, as related to genetics, refers to having inherited the same versions (alleles) of a genomic marker from each biological parent.

Detailed explanation-2: -Answer and Explanation: The correct answer is linked genes. Genes that are located close to each other on the same chromosome are referred to as linked genes. A chromosome consists of a large number of genes. All the genes that are located on the same chromosome are known as linked genes.

Detailed explanation-3: -The correct answer is (a) genes are segments of DNA that code for proteins. The DNA strands that make up the double helix consist of a sequence. These sequences contain genes with the codes for producing specific proteins.

Detailed explanation-4: -Genetic Diversity is the diversity of genetic characteristics (expressed or recessive) within a species (i.e. between individuals and populations of the same species).

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