Evolution Question 76
76. During organ differentiation in Drosophila an organ is often modified to another organ such as wings could be replaced by legs. Genes responsible for such metamorphosis are called
(a) Homeotic genes
(b) Plastid genes
(c) Double dominant genes
(d) Complimentary genes
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Answer : a
Hints & Solution
(a) Homeotic genes are the group of genes involved in the embryonic development and control the pattern of body formation. Alleination in these gene found in flies like Drosophila result in development of legs in place of wings.
