Multiple Choice
In 1997, a gene called Le was discovered by two research groups led by David Martin and Diane Lester. Allelic variation in the Le gene, which controls elongation of the plant stem between branches, is responsible for which trait in peas?
A) yellow and green pod color
B) inflated and constricted pod shape
C) axial and terminal flower position
D) tall and short plant height
E) purple and white flowers
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