Which statement is true of hox genes? Group of answer choices A. they regulate development of body regions and are found in all animals B. they control the functioning of cells and are found in all life C. they control growth and development in plants D. they are only found in insects and control segmentation

Which statement is true of hox genes? Group of answer choices A. they regulate development of body regions and are found in all animals B. they control the functioning of cells and are found in all life C. they control growth and development in plants D. they are only found in insects and control segmentation

Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap Course List)

14th Edition

ISBN:9781305073951

Author:Cecie Starr, Ralph Taggart, Christine Evers, Lisa Starr

Publisher:Cecie Starr, Ralph Taggart, Christine Evers, Lisa Starr

Chapter10: Control Of Gene Expression

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Problem 8SQ: Homeotic gene products _______. a. flank a bacterial operon b. map out the overall body plan in...

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