Mutations in Which of the Following Genes Lead to Transformations

question 4

Multiple Choice

Mutations in which of the following genes lead to transformations in the identity of entire body parts?

• A) morphogens
• B) segmentation genes
• C) egg-polarity genes
• D) homeotic genes
• E) inducers

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Definitions:

Ventricular Contractions

The tightening of the heart's ventricles, which pumps blood out of the heart and into the arteries.

P-QRS Waves

Represents the electrical activity that triggers the heartbeat, as recorded by an electrocardiogram.

Pulmonary Artery

The Pulmonary Artery carries deoxygenated blood from the right ventricle of the heart to the lungs for oxygenation.

Renal Vein

A blood vessel that carries filtered blood away from the kidney and back toward the heart.