The Chromosomal Theory of Inheritance Holds That

Question

The chromosomal theory of inheritance holds that
A)chromosomes vary in size.
B)the number of chromosomes vary in individuals.
C)chromosomes contain histone proteins.
D)genes are arranged in a linear order on chromosomes.
E)chromosomes condense during mitosis.

Accepted Answer

The chromosomal theory of inheritance states that genes are located on chromosomes in a linear order. This is the most important aspect of the theory and distinguishes it from the other options.