Question

question 10 of 10
which phrase describes an example of a gene?
a. all of the genetic material found in a rabbit
b. a portion of dna that codes for a cat’s eye color
c. a molecule that stores information to build proteins
d. a single - stranded molecule that manages protein production

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option A: "All of the genetic material found in a rabbit" refers to the entire genome, not a single gene. So A is incorrect.
• Option B: A gene is a segment of DNA that contains the code for a specific trait (like a cat’s eye color). This matches the definition of a gene.
• Option C: The molecule that stores information to build proteins is DNA (or RNA in some cases), but this describes the molecule, not a gene (a segment of it). So C is incorrect.
• Option D: Single - stranded molecules that manage protein production are usually RNA (like mRNA), not a gene. So D is incorrect.

Answer:

B. A portion of DNA that codes for a cat’s eye color