Modifications and Epigenetics

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Biochemistry › Modifications and Epigenetics

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1

Generally, silencing of a gene is accomplished by __________?

2

How does methylation cause the silencing of a gene?

3

Which of the following DNA bases can be methylated in the promoter region to silence a gene?

4

Formation of thymine dimers in DNA can lead to conditions such as melanoma when unrepaired. This DNA mutation is primarily caused by __________.

5

Which of the following describes a mutation in which a segment of DNA detaches from a chromosome and reattaches to another chromosome?

6

Which statement concerning DNA methylation in mammals is false?

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