In Drosophila, a developmental mutation called ss^a (spineless aristapedia)results in flies with mini leg parts on the antennae. What kind of gene is this mutation? A)gap gene B)pair-rule gene C)homeotic gene D)segment polarity gene E)maternal effect gene

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The mutation ss^a affects the development of body segments into the correct structures, resulting in mini leg parts on the antennae. This indicates a role in specifying body part identity, which is the function of homeotic genes.

In Drosophila, a Developmental Mutation Called Ssa (Spineless Aristapedia)results in Flies

In Drosophila, a Developmental Mutation Called Ss^a (Spineless Aristapedia)results in Flies