Expression of the Hoxc6 Gene Causes ____

Question

Expression of the Hoxc6 gene causes ____.  
A) ribs to develop on a vertebra
B) the development of eyes
C) limb bud development
D) gill arches to close
E) the development of hair

Accepted Answer

The Hoxc6 gene is involved in regulating the development of vertebrae, and its expression leads to the formation of ribs on a vertebra. It is not associated with the development of eyes, limbs, gill arches, or hair.