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Gene theory — AQA GCSE Biology Definition | GradeGen

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GCSE Biology · key term

Gene theory

Definition

An explanation of inheritance in which genes are units of genetic information located on chromosomes.

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AQA GCSE Biology · 8461

Specification 4.6.3.3 · Paper 2

The development of gene theory was not one isolated discovery.
Revise: Understanding Genetics

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