MCQ
In split genes, the coding sequences are called
  • A
    Cistrons
  • B
    Operons
  • Exons
  • D
    Introns

Answer

Correct option: C.
Exons
c
(c) Unwanted portion $(introns)$ of genes is spliced off and remaining part i.e., exons get joined by ligase.

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