Hox Genes Are a Group of Related Genes

question 30

Multiple Choice

Hox genes are a group of related genes

• A) that control the body plan of an embryo.
• B) that do not effect change in location.
• C) that do not effect plant development.
• D) that cause snakes to increase limb formation.

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Definitions:

Zygote

The initial cell formed when a sperm cell and an egg cell fuse, marking the beginning of a human's genetic makeup.

Phenotype

The observable characteristics or traits of an organism, such as its morphology, development, biochemical or physiological properties, phenology, behavior, and products of behavior, resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.

Genotype

The genetic constitution of an individual organism, often in contrast to its physical appearance or phenotype.

Multifactorial Transmission

Combination of genetic and environmental factors to produce certain complex traits.