The Distinctive Fur Pattern of Siamese Cats Results When Genes

question 41

Multiple Choice

The distinctive fur pattern of Siamese cats results when genes that are responsible for the coat color are influenced by

• A) X-inactivation.
• B) age.
• C) gender.
• D) temperature.
• E) other genes.

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