The arctic fox inhabits the northern area of North America. The same arctic fox is shown in the drawing during different times of the year.

Question

What causes this change in the fur color?

(1 point)
Responses

Gene expression for fur color is regulated by temperature.
Gene expression for fur color is regulated by temperature.

The arctic fox has two traits for fur color that are determined at birth.
The arctic fox has two traits for fur color that are determined at birth.

The genes for fur color change as the arctic fox grows older.
The genes for fur color change as the arctic fox grows older.

Gene expression for fur color is regulated by magic.

Answer 1

The correct response is: Gene expression for fur color is regulated by temperature.

This change in fur color in arctic foxes is primarily due to seasonal adaptations, which are influenced by the temperature and the environment, leading to different gene expressions for fur color at different times of the year.