Which Is True Regarding the Homologous Hox Genes for Dorsal-Ventral

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which is true regarding the homologous Hox genes for dorsal-ventral patterning in mice and flies?

• A) Bmp4 is homologous to Dpp, and both play a role in location of gut formation.
• B) Chordin is homologous to Bmp4, and both play a role in the location of nervous system formation.
• C) Bmp4 is homologous to Dpp, and both play a role in the location of nervous system formation.
• D) Sog is homologous to Chordin, and both play a role in location of gut formation.

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Definitions:

Antibodies

Proteins produced by the immune system to neutralize or destroy toxins or disease-causing organisms.

Antibody Molecule

A protein produced by the immune system to identify and neutralize foreign objects like bacteria and viruses.

Antigen-binding Site

The specific region on an antibody molecule that binds to an antigen, determining the antibody's specificity and enabling immune recognition.

Heavy Chains

Large polypeptide subunits that, together with light chains, make up the structure of antibodies.