If a Mutation Occurred in a Human Such That the Pharyngeal

question 82

Multiple Choice

If a mutation occurred in a human such that the pharyngeal slits never formed,what do you predict would be the consequence?

• A)A cleft palate would form.
• B)The eustachian tubes would not form.
• C)The thyroid gland would not form.
• D)The glottis would not form.
• E)The opening to the voice box would not form.

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