---### Gene Mutation and Eye Color in Flies: A Study of X-Linked and Autosomal Recessive Traits#### Understanding Vermilion and Brown Eye MutationsEye color mutations in flies can provide significant insights into genetic inheritance patterns. Below, we explore the vermilion and brown mutations and predict the results of specific crosses.**Vermilion Mutation:**- **Inheritance:** X-linked- **Effect:** Brightens eye color**Brown Mutation:**- **Inheritance:** Autosomal recessive- **Effect:** Darkens eye colorFlies carrying both mutations lose all pigmentation and appear white-eyed.#### Genetic Cross PredictionsTo predict the F1 and F2 generations from specific genetic crosses, we evaluate the following scenarios:1. **Crossing vermilion females with brown males:** - **F1 Generation:**2. **Crossing brown females with vermilion males:** - **F1 Generation:**The results encompass multiple potential combinations due to the differing inheritance patterns (X-linked versus autosomal recessive). We assume the wild-type allele is dominant over the mutant allele.---*Note: The detailed Punnett squares and genetic diagrams illustrating expected phenotypic ratios would provide additional clarity for students studying genetics.*

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Description: ---### Gene Mutation and Eye Color in Flies: A Study of X-Linked and Autosomal Recessive Traits#### Understanding Vermilion and Brown Eye MutationsEye color mutations in flies can provide significant insights into genetic inheritance patterns. Below