The Basic Unit of Heredity is the ________

Question

The basic unit of heredity is the ________.
A) individual
B) gene
C) macromolecule
D) trait

Accepted Answer

A gene is a specific sequence of DNA that codes for a particular trait or function, making it the basic unit of heredity. While an individual can inherit multiple genes and display a range of traits, each of these traits is ultimately determined by the expression of specific genes. Macromolecules like DNA and RNA play an important role in carrying genetic information, but they are not considered the basic unit of heredity.