Alternative Versions of Genes
In an old-growth forest, some flying squirrels have red fur, while others in the same area have gray fur. Research confirms that although they belong to the same species, their hair color is determined by two different versions of a specific gene. What is the scientific term for these alternative versions of a gene?
A
Locus
B
Diploid
C
Chromosome
D
Homolog
E
Allele