WAEC Biology 2013 Question 48

Question 48

Chromosomes, DNA and Sex Linkage

In genetics, linkages refer to the linking of genes of the

  1. A.same chromosomes.
  2. B.different chromosomes.
  3. C.same nucleus.
  4. D.different nuclei.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (same chromosomes.)

Explanation

Genes that lie close together on the same chromosome are usually passed on together; this is called linkage.