Which Scientist was Responsible for the Characterization of Linked Genes

Question

Which scientist was responsible for the characterization of linked genes?
A) Gregor Mendel
B) James Watson
C) Thomas Morgan
D) Alfred Sturtevant

Accepted Answer

Thomas Morgan was responsible for the characterization of linked genes through his work with fruit flies (Drosophila melanogaster), which helped establish the chromosome theory of inheritance.