Question

The genes which show independent assortment are located on

• A. Same locus of homologous chromosomes
• B. Different chromosomes
• C. Same chromosomes
• D. Different locus of homologous chromosomes

Answer 1

The correct option is A Same locus of homologous chromosomes

The Principle of Independent Assortment states that two or more characters are inherited when the responsible gene separate independently from one another when reproductive cells develop. Pairs of similar chromosomes are called homologous chromosomes. The genes which show independent assortment are located on the same locus of homologous chromosomes. During meiosis, the pairs of homologous chromosome are divided in half to form haploid cells, and this separation, or assortment, of homologous chromosomes, is random. Thus, the correct answer is option A.