Biotechnology And Its Applications Question 3
Question: In Drosophila, gene for white eye mutation is also responsible for depigmentation of body parts. Thus a gene that controls several phenotypes is called [Kerala CET 2005]
Options:
A) Oncogene
B) Epistatic gene
C) Hypostatic gene
D) Pleiotropic gene
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
White eye mutation in drosophila, result in depigmentation in many other parts of the body giving a pleiotropic effect.
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