Multiple choice

On what factor does the strength of linkage depend?

  1. Size of genes

  2. Distance between the genes

  3. Types of nucleotides in the gene

  4. Length of chromosome

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The strength of linkage depends upon the distance between the genes. Distance between the genes is inversely proportional to strength, i.e. D is proportional to 1/S, where D is the distance and S is the strength of linkage.