The sum of genes in a population is called ________?

Correct answer: C. Gene pool

  • A. Genotype
  • B. Karyotype
  • C. Gene pool
  • D. Lethal gene

Explanation

A gene pool is the complete collection of all genes and their alleles present in a population at a given time. A genotype describes the genetic makeup of one organism, while a karyotype describes its chromosome complement. Students may choose genotype because it also refers to genetic information, but genotype applies to an individual rather than the whole population.

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