Biology
Grade-8
Easy
Question
_____________ is the study of genes and inheritance.
- Genetics
- Evolution
- Ecology
- Geology
Hint:
Gregor Mendel is considered as a pioneer in this field.
The correct answer is: Genetics
- Genetics is the study of genes and inheritance.
- Gregor Mendel is called as the "Father of Genetics".
- The genes are considered as the units of heredity.
- Genes are present at specific position called as locus in chromosomes.
- Genetics helps in understanding the inheritance of characters as well as disorders from parents.
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