6 Questions
Which step in gene expression is the primary site of regulation?
Modifications to access regions of DNA
What are constitutive genes?
Genes that are expressed at constant levels
What does gene regulation determine?
When gene products are made
What is the role of posttranscriptional modifications in gene expression?
To modify the RNA sequence
Which type of genes are expressed only when needed?
Regulated genes
What is the significance of gene regulation?
Determining the timing and location of gene expression
Test your knowledge on the regulation of gene expression in eukaryotes! Learn about the steps involved in controlling when and which gene products are produced, including modifications to DNA access regions, posttranscriptional and posttranslational modifications. Explore the concepts of constitutive genes and their constant expression levels.
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