The Homeotic Gene That Controls Eye Development in Mice and Humans

question 7

True/False

The homeotic gene that controls eye development in mice and humans can trigger the development of eyes in an eyeless ciliate.

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Definitions:

Acetic Acid

An organic compound with the chemical formula CH3COOH, which is a clear, sour-tasting liquid that is the main component of vinegar apart from water.

Vinegar

An acidic liquid produced from the fermentation of ethanol by acetic acid bacteria, used as a condiment and for preservation.

Acid Base

Refers to the balance between acids and bases in the body, crucial for maintaining physiological pH and metabolic functions.

Mitochondria

Organelles found in the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells, responsible for producing energy through the process of cellular respiration.