Present an Overview of the Research Dealing with the Genetics

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Essay

Present an overview of the research dealing with the genetics of behavior in small mammals (mice or rats)and Drosophila.

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Definitions:

Optic Nerve

A nerve that transmits visual information from the retina to the brain.

Iris

The colored part of the eye surrounding the pupil, responsible for controlling the diameter and size of the pupil and thus the amount of light reaching the retina.

Rods

Photoreceptor cells in the retina that are sensitive to low light levels, responsible for black-and-white vision.

Semicircular Canals

Structures in the inner ear that are part of the vestibular system, helping to maintain balance by sensing head rotation.