The hereditary unit that transmits and determines one's characteristics or hereditary traits is the:

A) chromosome.
B) phenotype.
C) gene.
D) genome.


C
Explanation: A) A chromosome is a microscopic body that carries genes.
B) A phenotype is the physical appearance or makeup of an individual.
C) Correct.
D) A genome is a complete set of genes and chromosomes.

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