What Effect Occurs When the Binding of Epigenetic Factors to Histone

question 14

Multiple Choice

What effect occurs when the binding of epigenetic factors to histone proteins causes DNA to be tightly wound?

• A) Genes are less accessible for use in protein synthesis.
• B) Genes are more accessible for use in protein synthesis.
• C) Genes develop potentially cancer-causing mutations.
• D) Genes are better able to defend against cancer-causing chemicals in foods.

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