If the Two Alleles for a Particular Gene Are Different

question 58

Multiple Choice

If the two alleles for a particular gene are different the gene pair is:

• A)Homologous
• B)Heterozygous
• C)Homozygous
• D)Dominant
• E)Recessive

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