Question

What is an allele? ——————————

Answer 1

Answer:

Alleles are the variant or alternative form of gene present on the  homologous chromosome at a specific position, its function is to determine the genetic traits.

Explanation:

Alleles are an alternative form of the gene, and they are present on the homologous chromosome.

• If the function of the allele is to code for a specific type of protein and to determine the genetic traits.

• If the Alleles are the same they are called homozygous.

• If the alleles are different they are called heterozygous.

• If the allele is dominated it denoted by a capital letter, whereas recessive allele by small letters.
• Example : flower color in the pea plants,dominant allele is purple and recessive one white allele.

Answer 2

The definition of alleles are pairs or series of genes on a chromosome that determine the hereditary characteristics.

An example of an allele is the gene that determines hair color.