Question

Which of these choices is the definition of allele?

Responses

the form of a gene that is expressed
the form of a gene that is expressed

one of the alternative forms of a gene
one of the alternative forms of a gene

the combination of genes for a specific trait
the combination of genes for a specific trait

the complete genetic makeup of a living thing
the complete genetic makeup of a living thing

Answer 1

The correct definition of an allele is:

**one of the alternative forms of a gene.**