Biology CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is the difference between a chromosome and a gene?

A chromosome is composed of DNA and genes are contained within it.
Chromosomes contain genes while genes are part of the DNA.
Chromosomes are carriers of genetic information while genes are components of proteins.
Chromosomes determine an organism's phenotype while genes form the genotype.

The correct answer is: A chromosome is composed of DNA and genes are contained within it.

Chromosomes are structures found within a cell that consist of DNA along with proteins, while genes are specific segments of DNA that code for a particular trait. Option B is incorrect because genes are not separate from DNA, they are part of it. Option C is also incorrect because genetic information is contained within genes and not chromosomes, and genes are not components of proteins. Option D is incorrect because both chromosomes and genes play a role in determining an organism's phenotype and genotype. Therefore, the best answer is A because it accurately describes the relationship between chromosomes and genes.