Question 54
Mendelian InheritanceWhich of the following is a definition of heredity? It is the
- A.non-resemblance of closely related organisms
- B.total absence of parental traits in offspring
- C.absence of variation in organisms
- D.transfer of characteristics from parents to offspring
- E.cause of infant mortality
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (transfer of characteristics from parents to offspring)
Explanation
Heredity is the passing of characters from parents to offspring.