[Campbell Biology P.52] The statement that 'Inherited information carried by genes controls... | Practice Question

The statement that 'Inherited information carried by genes controls the pattern of growth and development of organisms, such as this oak seedling' as described in Figure 1.2 highlights which property of life?

  • A: Order
  • B: Reproduction
  • C: Growth and development
  • D: Response to the environment

Explanation

The passage explicitly states that 'Inherited information carried by genes controls the pattern of growth and development of organisms,' directly linking the example to this property of life.