Question

how are genes, chromosomes, and proteins related? each chromosome encodes a protein. a gene contains many chromosomes. each chromosome encodes a gene. a protein on a chromosome encodes a gene. a gene on a chromosome encodes a protein.

Explanation:

Chromosomes are structures in cells that contain DNA. Genes are segments of DNA on chromosomes. Genes carry the instructions for making proteins through processes like transcription and translation.

Answer:

A gene on a chromosome encodes a protein.