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Damm [24]
3 years ago
10

The normal function of a gene is to __________. A. encode a protein B. prevent illness C. mutate into other cells D. determine p

ersonality Please select the best answer from the choices provided. A B C D
Health
2 answers:
ipn [44]3 years ago
5 0

Answer:

A. encode a protein

Explanation:

Angelina_Jolie [31]3 years ago
4 0

<u>ANSWER:</u>

The correct option is A: Encode a protein. The gene functions to code a protein and is the basic unit of heredity.

<u>EXPLANATION:</u>

  • Genes are made up of DNA and directs the synthesis of proteins. It is the genetic information that determines the traits of offspring.
  • Genes occupy fixed position on chromosomes and are in fact the basic units that define the physical traits of an offspring. Each gene contains a particular set of instructions that are used for encoding the proteins.  
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