Development Flashcards
1
Q
What is determination?
A
Process that leads up to the observable differentiation of a cell
2
Q
What is differentiated?
A
Express different set of genes
3
Q
What are the main phases of development in Drosphila?
A
Establishing main axes
Establish segments
Other details eg wings
4
Q
What are the three classes of segmented genes?
A
Gap genes
Pair rule genes
Segment polarity genes
5
Q
What are gap genes?
A
Subdivide the embryo into broad area eg. kruppel
6
Q
What are pair rule genes?
A
Establish pairs of segments
7
Q
What are segment polarity genes?
A
Inferior and posterior axis
