Genes primarily code for traits. They are segments of DNA that contain the instructions for building proteins, which play essential roles in the structure, function, and regulation of the body’s tissues and organs. While genes do help in maintaining the integrity of DNA and can have roles related to cellular protection as part of broader functions, their main role is to provide the instructions for the characteristics and traits of an organism.
What do genes do?
Help hold DNA together
Code for traits
Protect the cell
It is unknown
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