118k views
3 votes
Modifications of bases, changes to histones, and alterations in chromatin structure that regulate gene expression are said to be:

1 Answer

4 votes

Epigenetic is a Modifications to bases, changes in histones, and alterations in chromatin structure. It Changes in the manner in which DNA is packaged and may affect gene expression. Can be inherited through cell division; Reversible and responsive to changes in the environment, Example: Manner in which mammals equalize the expression of X-linked genes in XX F and XY M.

User Mike Critchley
by
8.3k points