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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

Which term refers to genes that are located close together on the same chromosome?
Options
A Co-dominant genes
B Linked genes
Correct Answer
C Homologous alleles
D Epistatic genes
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Linked genes are genes located on the same chromosome and tend to be inherited together because they do not assort independently. The closer they are, the stronger the linkage.

Hint

They travel together during meiosis unless crossing over occurs.

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