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Where are genes located?


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Chromosomes:

  1. Chromosomes are a collection of thread-like structures that come in a variety of lengths and forms.
  2. DNA and proteins (mainly histones) make up chromosomes.
  3. In eukaryotic cells, they are found in the nucleus.

Genes:

  1. Genes are the unit of inheritance.
  2. It is a segment of DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid)
  3. Genes are carried on chromosomes.

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