Inherited traits are controlled by what?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Genes
Genes are the basic units of heredity. A gene is a specific segment of DNA that carries information related to a characteristic and helps direct the production of functional molecules, often proteins. Because genes are transmitted from parents to offspring, they influence inherited traits. Saliva, sweat, and bile have important physiological functions, but they do not store or transmit the hereditary instructions controlling such traits. Thus option A is correct.
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Genes
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Genes are the basic units of heredity. A gene is a specific segment of DNA that carries information related to a characteristic and helps direct the production of functional molecules, often proteins. Because genes are transmitted from parents to offspring, they influence inherited traits. Saliva, sweat, and bile have important physiological functions, but they do not store or transmit the hereditary instructions controlling such traits. Thus option A is correct.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Science question. Chapter: World of Living. Topic: Heredity and Evolution.
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