Explain what autosomal linkage is

An autosomal linkage is when there are two gene loci found on the same autosomal chromosome, so they are quite likely to be inherited together.
Vocabulary:Gene loci: The position of a gene on a chromosomeAutosomal chromosome: A non-sex chromosome

YC
Answered by Yasmin C. Biology tutor

10276 Views

See similar Biology A Level tutors

Related Biology A Level answers

All answers ▸

How does DNA replication take place?


What is the structure of DNA?


Can you explain the difference between simple and facilitated diffusion?


Describe semi-conservative DNA replication


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:

© 2025 by IXL Learning