A Particular Form of a Gene Coded for a Particular

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Multiple Choice

A particular form of a gene coded for a particular trait is called a(n) :

• A) allele.
• B) chromosome.
• C) zygote.
• D) heterozygote.

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Definitions:

Anthocerophyta

A phylum of non-vascular plants known as hornworts, characterized by a sporophyte that resembles a horn.

Ferns

A group of non-flowering vascular plants that reproduce via spores and have neither seeds nor flowers.

Bryophyta

A division of non-vascular land plants that are known as mosses, characterized by life-cycles with a dominant gametophyte stage.

Hepaticophyta

A division of non-vascular plants commonly known as liverworts, which are close relatives of mosses and hornworts.