What is the basic unit of heredity in living organisms? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What is the basic unit of heredity in living organisms?
A. Chromosome
B. Ribosome
C. Cell
D. Gene
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A gene is the basic physical and functional unit of heredity.

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