QUESTION 3. (9 points) Indicate whether the following cases would be considered

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QUESTION 3. (9 points) Indicate whether the following cases would be considered homeotic transformations. Explain your answer a. (3 points) A deletion in the enhancer for FGF10 that causes FGF10 to not be expressed and results in the absence of limb bud outgrowth (3 points) The parasite we learned about that caused a splitting of the limb bud, resulting in multiple hind limbs to grow from the hip of the frog c. (3 points) An environmental teratogen that causes a chick to grow no legs, but four wings, two at the normal locations and two where legs normally form

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Answer: Option C is correct.
Explanation:
A homeotic transformation involves the development of an organ in the place of another organ.
A = Absence of a limb in its original position
B = Presence of more limbs in its original position
C = Replacement of wings with legs

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