The term used to describe alternate versions of the same gene is: Select one: a. alleles b. autosomes c. chromosomes d. gametes

The correct answer is a. alleles.<br /><br />Alleles are alternate versions of the same gene that can occupy the same locus (position) on a chromosome. They can result. For example, a gene for flower color may have an allele for red flowers and another allele for white flowers.