Biology Inheritance / Variation & Genetics KMU 2024
PMDC Verified Question 2 of 94
Which term best describes an organism's physical characteristic?
A
Allele
B
Genetic code
C
Genotype
D
Trait
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Official Correct Choice:
Option D: Trait
Concept:

Genetic information is translated into observable biological forms and functions.

Solution:

  • A physical characteristic or observable feature of an organism resulting from genetic expression is known as a trait (or phenotype).
  • Examples include hair color, eye shape, or plant height.


Why other options are incorrect:

  • Allele, Genetic code, Genotype: These all refer to the unseen, underlying molecular DNA sequence that codes for the trait, not the physical characteristic itself.

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