How Does the Mechanism of Epigenetics Explain the Phenomenon of Transgenerational

question 90

Multiple Choice

How does the mechanism of epigenetics explain the phenomenon of transgenerational inheritance?

• A) Events that occur during an individual's lifetime can lead to changes in genetic expression across several subsequent generations.
• B) DNA mutations that occur between generations alter the DNA of subsequent generations.
• C) Life events have no influence on the genetic trends that are observed in subsequent generations.
• D) DNA is hardwired at birth this genetic information is passed on to subsequent generations unchanged.

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