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DNA, RNA, Chromosomes, and Genes

Genes

What is an allele?

An allele is an alternative form of a gene; usually each gene has two alleles, although the number may vary from one trait to another. Each individual inherits one allele from the mother and one from the father. Alleles for a trait are located on corresponding spot on each chromosome.



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