The pair of gene expressed in a heterozygous individual is called
A. allele
B. centrosome
C. chromosome
D. chromatid
E. nucleus
Answer (1)
In a heterozygous individual, the expressed pair of genes is called an allele , which can have two variant forms. For example, in pea plants, a heterozygous combination of purple and white flower alleles (Pp) showcases how different alleles express traits. Other options listed, such as chromosome and centrosome, are related to genetics but do not define the pair of genes specifically. ;
