An Allele Is

question 89

Multiple Choice

An allele is

• A) any section of DNA.
• B) a gene.
• C) a specific section of a chromosome.
• D) an alternate version of a gene.
• E) a pair of genes.

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Definitions:

Fluctuating Climates

Refers to the variations and changes in the climate patterns over time.

Plant Communities

Groups of plants that live together in a specific habitat and interact with each other, forming a sort of ecological community.

Endosymbiont Theory

The theory that explains the origin of organelles like mitochondria and chloroplasts in eukaryotic cells, suggesting they were once independent prokaryotic organisms.

Mutualistic Relationships

Ecological interactions where both species involved benefit and often depend on each other for survival.