Question

What are the conclusions drawn by T.H. Morgan from the crossing experiment in Drosophila with respect to linkage?

Answer 1

The conclusions drawn by T.H. Morgan from the crossing experiment in Drosophila with respect to linkage were-

1) The gene responsible for eye colour is located on X chromosome.

2) The alleles responsible for eye colour are present on X chromosome.

3) There are two X chromosomes in females. Both X chromosomes carry an allele of the trait.

4) Females can be homozygous or heterozygous for the alleles.