Unraveling the Epigenetic Puzzle
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Which term is used to describe the direct activation or deactivation of genes by environmental factors?

  • Genetic factors
  • Maternal stress
  • Nature-nurture dance
  • Epigenetics (correct)

    • 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 (correct)
  • They are not linked to the response to stress in the offspring
  • They alter genes in the maternal ova
  • They switch on or off many genes

    • What is the suggestion about maternal stress prior to the conception of offspring?

  • It has no effect on the offspring
  • It only affects the expression of genetic factors in the offspring
  • It is not supported by research
  • It can alter genes in the maternal ova (correct)

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