Which of the following statements is incorrect about genes?
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A gene is a small piece of DNA; Genes contain 2 alleles; Genes are found in the nucleus; Genes are found on chromosomes; Genes are only in somatic cells
Not all genes are located in the nucleus, some genes, especially in plant cells, where the genes are located in the mitochondria and plastids. The mitochondria have the capability to synthesize their own enzymes that are responsible for reduction and oxidation; the reason why some genes depending on the species are located in different places in a cell.
This happens to conserve the species by replicating the genes in the nucleus and transfer it to a new destination to help it survive in its surroundings. By duplicating its genes and moved it to the mitochondria, the species will have a higher chance of survival when a change in their environment occurs.