In animal models of obesity, a mutation in the ___ gene can produce an animal that is very obese and has a yellow coat color; however, a particular ___ by the mother can alter this outcome in any offspring with this mutation.
a. ghrelin; gestational event
b. agouti; diet
c. NPY; diet
d. agouti; gestational event
Question 2
Myelin is important in neural regeneration because:
a. It provides a path for the re-growing neuron
b. Only non-myelinated neurons can regenerate
c. Growth cannot occur until all myelin has been removed
d. None of the above
Some organisms used as models in genetic research
animal cell
Animal carcasses like this South African wildebeest provide important nutrition for both hunters and
Effects of Leptin on Obesity in Mice of the Ob Strain
Examples of animal reproduction.
Example of gene control in bacteria