What is a gene?

A gene is a specific section of a chromosome that codes for a particular sequence of amino acids to make a protein.

Answered by Biology tutor

3224 Views

See similar Biology A Level tutors

Related Biology A Level answers

All answers ▸

Describe the role of a ribosome in the production of a polypeptide.


How do muscles contract? Describe the sliding filament theory.


Briefly describe the steps of DNA replication and the enzymes involved.


What does heat do to an enzyme and why can enzymes not be 'killed'?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning