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What is the primary purpose of DNA methylation at promoters and gene bodies?
What is the primary purpose of DNA methylation at promoters and gene bodies?
- Increase histone acetylation
- Activate gene expression
- Enhance alternative splicing
- Repress gene expression (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a form of histone modification mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a form of histone modification mentioned in the text?
- Histone acetylation
- Histone methylation
- Histone phosphorylation (correct)
- Histone ubiquitination
What are some factors that can cause DNA methylation changes according to the text?
What are some factors that can cause DNA methylation changes according to the text?
- Hormonal imbalances
- Weather conditions
- Social environment (correct)
- Bacterial infections
How are epigenetic marks transmitted during cell division?
How are epigenetic marks transmitted during cell division?
What does a CpG island refer to in the context of DNA methylation?
What does a CpG island refer to in the context of DNA methylation?
Which genes are mentioned to be linked to diseases affected by epigenetic changes?
Which genes are mentioned to be linked to diseases affected by epigenetic changes?
What is one of the long-term effects of early environmental exposures according to the text?
What is one of the long-term effects of early environmental exposures according to the text?
What is the primary focus of Epigenome-wide association studies (EWAS)?
What is the primary focus of Epigenome-wide association studies (EWAS)?
What is the main consequence of low expression of the glucocorticoid receptor in rats?
What is the main consequence of low expression of the glucocorticoid receptor in rats?
What role does DNA methylation play in the regulation of gene expression?
What role does DNA methylation play in the regulation of gene expression?
How do changes in DNA methylation patterns affect behavior in rats according to the text?
How do changes in DNA methylation patterns affect behavior in rats according to the text?
What distinguishes Epigenome-wide association studies (EWAS) from Genome-wide association studies (GWAS)?
What distinguishes Epigenome-wide association studies (EWAS) from Genome-wide association studies (GWAS)?
