Q165 / 180 · NEET 2015 (Phase 2) · Zoology

The term ''linkage'' was coined by:

  • A
    T. Boveri
  • B
    G. Mendel
  • C
    W. Sutton
  • Correct answer
    D
    T.H. Morgan

Solution

Genetic linkage is the tendency of DNA sequences that are close together on a chromosome to be inherited together during the meiosis phase of sexual reproduction. The term "linkage" was coined by T.H. Morgan.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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