BIO Hox Genes
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Why is the structure of hox genes important?
All organisms have them and they help develop essential parts
Homeotic genes
Control the development of different body parts in all organisms
Homeobox
DNA sequence in a hox gene
Hox genes
Group of homeotic genes that help establish the anterior and posterior axis
What does it mean for a gene to be highly conserved?
Mutations aren't seen
Why are hox genes highly conserved?
The gene can't be messed with because its too essential and mutations cause death
Protein product is a...
Transcription factor
Mutations in homeotic genes can...
Transform organisms into other organisms
Hox genes can control...
Which genes are turned on
