Studying the Genetics of Development Practice Problems

Which of the following is a process that takes place in the early stages of development and is vital for the emergence of complex tissues and organs because it involves the effect of one set of cells or tissues on the behavior and fate of nearby cells or tissues?

Which of the following plays a crucial role in coordinating cell behavior and ensuring that cells differentiate into the correct cell types at the correct times during development?

In an embryo, the cells have the genetic information passed on from the parents. Which of the following plays an important role in determining gene expression during the development of the embryo?

How do undifferentiated cells become differentiated cells during development?

_____ occurs when the genes are activated or inactivated. _____, on the other hand, starts when the cell synthesizes the tissue-specific proteins from the activated genes.

What is the role of transcription factors in cell differentiation?