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  4. When different alleles of the same gene are present in an individual, the individual is a

Q. When different alleles of the same gene are present in an individual, the individual is a

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Solution:

When a gene pair (allele) contains two different genes in an organism then the organism is considered as heterozygous for the particular character. Similarly, when a gene pair (allele) in an organism contains two identical genes controlling similar trait of character than the organism is considered as homozygous for the particular character.