The Location of a Gene on a Chromosome is Called

Question

The location of a gene on a chromosome is called the gene __________.
A)tetrad
B)locus
C)dyad
D)synapsis

Accepted Answer

The location of a gene on a chromosome is called its "locus". "Tetrad" refers to the four chromatids that make up a pair of homologous chromosomes during meiosis. "Dyad" refers to a pair of sister chromatids joined by a centromere. "Synapsis" refers to the pairing of homologous chromosomes during meiosis.