Modern Genetics Consists of Three Major Branches

question 54

Multiple Choice

Modern genetics consists of three major branches. Which of these branches, also known as "transmission genetics," involves the study of the transmission of traits and characteristics in successive generations?

• A) molecular
• B) evolutionary
• C) reproductive
• D) Mendelian
• E) population

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