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mmm

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The hereditary unit that transmits and determines one's characteristics or hereditary traits is the:
 
  A) chromosome.
  B) phenotype.
  C) gene.
  D) genome.

Question 2

In the term inguinal, the root inguin means:
 
  A) side.
  B) abdomen.
  C) back.
  D) groin.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: A) A chromosome is a microscopic body that carries genes.
B) A phenotype is the physical appearance or makeup of an individual.
C) Correct.
D) A genome is a complete set of genes and chromosomes.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: A) The root later means side.
B) The root abdomen means abdomen.
C) The root poster means back.
D) Correct.


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