Which of the Following Is an Example of Epigenetic Inheritance

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of epigenetic inheritance?

• A) Expression of the Igf2 gene based on methylation of the ICR and DMR regions
• B) Inheritance of flower color as studied by Mendel
• C) Control of mRNA stability by an RNA-binding protein
• D) Activation of transcription by a general transcription factor

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