Genetics: Analysis and Principles
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Chapter 4.8, Problem 1COMQ
Which of the following is a possible explanation for pleiotrophy?
a. This expression of a single gene can affect cell function in more than one way
b. A gene may be expressed in different cell types in a multicelluar organism.
c. A gene may be expressed at different stages of development
d. all of the above are possible explanations.
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Genetics: Analysis and Principles
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