On Chromosomes Within an Individual,there Are ________ Alleles for a Given

question 37

Multiple Choice

On chromosomes within an individual,there are ________ alleles for a given gene found on ________ chromosomes.

• A) two; homologous
• B) four; maternal
• C) four; paternal
• D) two; Y

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Definitions:

Alpha Particle

A type of ionizing radiation consisting of two protons and two neutrons, equivalent to a helium-4 nucleus.

Atomic Nucleus

The small, dense region at the center of an atom, containing protons and neutrons and holding most of the atom's mass.

Beta Particle

A high-speed electron or positron emitted during the radioactive decay of certain atomic nuclei.

Atomic Nucleus

The dense central core of an atom, consisting of protons and neutrons and housing the majority of an atom's mass.