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:

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