Match the following terms and definitions 1. gene a portion of dna which codes a specific heredity trait 2. allele alternate forms for a specific gene 3. trait a thread-like molecule in the nucleus composed of dna 4. chromosome a genetic characteristic of the individual

Option 1) and 2) are correctly matched.

3) Trait- a genetic characteristic of the individual

4) Chromosome- thread-like molecule in the nucleus composed of DNA.

Trait is a morphological form or characteristic of an individual that is determined by gene ( segment of DNA that codes for protein that inturns determine a particular trait).

Chromosome is a thread like structure that is made up of DNA ( deoxyribonucleic acid) and carries genetic information in the form of genes.

Allele is an alternative form of a particular gene ( like t for dwarf and T fro tall plant)

a) carbon, hydrogen

b) carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen

c) carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, phosphorus

d) sugar

e) amino acid

f) nucleotide