Question

Explain what a trait is and what an allele is. Give an example of both.

Answer 1

Explanation:

Alleles are the alternative forms of genes. Character or trait is the physical expression of the gene. Allele is in a specific location in the chromosome. Character or trait is a physical expression and so, does not have any location on the chromosome. Allele may be in homozygous state or heterozygous state.

Answer 2

Answer:

Alleles are the alternative forms of genes. Character or trait is the physical expression of the gene. Allele is in a specific location in the chromosome. Character or trait is a physical expression and so, does not have any location on the chromosome. Allele may be in homozygous state or heterozygous state.

An example of alleles for flower color in pea plants are the dominant purple allele, and the recessive white allele