Distinguish between cis- and trans-dominance

What will be an ideal response?


Cis-dominant genes affect upstream or downstream genes on the same chromosome, while trans-dominant genes can affect expression of genes located on another chromosome.

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a. salicylic acid b. auxins c. cytokinins d. abscisic acid e. jasmonates

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Directional selection tends to _____ (select all that apply)

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The ________ is the electron donor in a redox reaction.

A. reductant B. product C. enzyme D. oxidant

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