Essential Cell Biology, 4th Edition

Published by Garland Science
ISBN 10: 0815344546
ISBN 13: 978-0-81534-454-4

Chapter 1 - Cells: The Fundamental Units of Life - Questions - Page 37: Question 1-8 G

Answer

The chromosomes carry the DNA that later on determine what traits the organism carries and exhibits.

Work Step by Step

Chromosomes are like long strings of proteins and DNA that contain the genetic blueprints for the organism. These genetic blueprints will later in the organisms life present themselves in the form of visible traits.
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