Epigenetics Flashcards
1
Q
Epigenetics is the study of trait variations that are caused by ____
A
A change in gene expression due to enviromental factors
2
Q
Name two processes by which histone modification can occur
A
Methylation and Acetylation
3
Q
Does methlyation increase or decrease the rate of gene expression
A
Methylation decreases the rate of gene expression
4
Q
Does acetylation increase or decrease the rate of gene expression
A
Acetylation increases the rate of gene expression
