NEET Biology Biotechnology And Its Applications Question Bank Genetic Variation

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    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]

    A) Oncogene

    B) Epistatic gene

    C) Hypostatic gene

    D) Pleiotropic gene

    E) Sex-linked gene

    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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