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Which term is used to describe the direct activation or deactivation of genes by environmental factors?
Epigenetics
What has research with laboratory rats or rhesus monkeys confirmed about maternal stress or styles of care?
They directly affect the expression of genetic factors linked to the response to stress in the offspring
What is the suggestion about maternal stress prior to the conception of offspring?
It can alter genes in the maternal ova
Test your knowledge on the fascinating field of epigenetics and its role in the nature-nurture dance. Explore how environmental factors can activate or deactivate genes through epigenetic effects. Discover the significance of specific triggers in gene activation and deepen your understanding of the subject through this insightful quiz.
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