A Homeotic Gene Codes for A(n) ________ Protein, a Sequence

question 36

Multiple Choice

A homeotic gene codes for a(n) ________ protein, a sequence of 60 amino acids, sets of which determine the genes to be turned on during development.

• A) induction
• B) morphogenesis
• C) growth
• D) regulatory
• E) homeodomain

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Definitions:

Purine

A heterocyclic aromatic organic compound, forming the basis of two of the four nucleotides that constitute DNA and RNA (adenine and guanine).

Pyrimidine

A heterocyclic aromatic organic compound, similar to benzene and pyridine, containing nitrogen atoms at positions 1 and 3 in the ring.

Benzofuran

An organic compound that consists of a fused benzene and furan ring, often serving as a core structure in various pharmaceuticals and organic materials.

Indole

An aromatic heterocyclic organic compound with a bicyclic structure, consisting of a benzene ring fused to pyrrole.