Solve this multiple-choice question and choose the correct option.

Model organisms for mutation studies: Which organism is most suitable (classically) for the study of mutations in genetics? Consider ease of culture, generation time, and visible traits. Choose the correct organism.

Difficulty: Easy

Drosophila melanogaster (fruit fly)
Homo sapiens (humans)
Felis catus (domestic cat)
Equus caballus (horse)

Correct Answer: Drosophila melanogaster (fruit fly)

Explanation:

Concept / ApproachDrosophila melanogaster is a classic genetic model: short generation time, many offspring, easily scored phenotypes, and giant polytene chromosomes for cytogenetics.

Final AnswerDrosophila melanogaster is most suitable.

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