developmental Biology 3 Flashcards
1
Q
what is morphonogenesis
A
generation of form
2
Q
what is potency
A
the total of all things into which a tissue can develop if put into an appropriate environment
3
Q
when arranging a model system- what considerations are put into place
A
- ease of physical manipulation such as large egg ect
- number
- age of genetics (not too many chromosomes)
- genomes
- transgenic animals (easily manipulated to allow visuals in vivo)
4
Q
what is a morphogen
A
substance which causes differential responses downstream depending on its level
- target gene activities
- multiple possible reponses
