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BIO 201 Genetics 1 Objective Question
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What is the classical definition of a gene as presented in BIO 201?
Options
A A segment of DNA that undergoes alternative splicing
B The basic physical and functional unit of inheritance/heredity
Correct Answer
C A sequence of RNA that produces a functional peptide
D A histone-wrapped nucleosome complex
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Historically, the classical definition specifies a gene as the unit of inheritance or heredity, whereas the molecular definition describes it as a DNA segment directing functional products.

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Course: BIO 201
Topic: Genetics 1
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 203 of 285
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