
Concept explainers
a.
To determine:
The screening method that would enable to identify mutations in additional genes required for R7 determination.
Introduction:
A null mutation is a loss-of-function mutation. It can lead to complete loss of production of the mutated gene product or product that does not function properly. A null allele can be distinguished from deletion of an entire locus only from the observation of the
b.
To determine:
Whether it is possible to recover mutations in every gene required for R7 development with the above method.
Introduction:
The screens for loss-of-function mutants, which shows particular phenotypic defects can identify genes dedicated to a specific developmental pathway. In the development pathway, the gene will be expressed to give a specific outcome.
c.
To determine:
Whether the new mutations found in the screen are alleles of sev or boss.
Introduction:
The researchers now have the genome sequences for each model organism. It is possible to find the genes which are corresponding to any mutant phenotype.
d.
To determine:
The method to use a newly found one recessive mutant allele in a new mutagenesis screen to find additional alleles of this gene and the reason due to which these additional mutant alleles are required.
Introduction:
The screen in which any organisms with pre-existing phenotype are used to identify mutations that can enhance or suppress this phenotype is termed as a modifier screen. This method can reveal missing pathway members, original genetic interactions, and new drug targets.

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