Question

Genes are located on the chromosomes on at specific site known as ___.

• A. Loci
• B. Centrosomes
• C. Telomere
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A Loci

The chromosomal theory of inheritance states that there are genes which are passed on from one generation to the next in pairs which are present on the homologous chromosomes. The genes are arranged in a linear manner on the chromosomes. The genes are located on specific site known as locus or loci on the chromosomes. When the location of all the genes of the chromosome are known, then the gene map can be created.

Thus, the correct answer is option A.