A small section of a chromosome that instructs the cell to manufacture proteins needed to sustain life and development is the:
A) nucleus.
B) gene.
C) genotype.
D) zygote.

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A gene is a small section of a chromosome that contains the genetic code for a particular protein or trait. The nucleus is the organelle that contains the chromosomes and genetic material. Genotype refers to an individual's complete genetic makeup, and a zygote is a fertilized egg cell that will develop into an organism.

A Small Section of a Chromosome That Instructs the Cell