DNA Methylation and Histone Acetylation Are Examples of ________

question 21

Multiple Choice

DNA methylation and histone acetylation are examples of ________.

• A) genetic mutation
• B) chromosomal rearrangements
• C) karyotypes
• D) epigenetic phenomena
• E) translocation

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Definitions:

Decomposition

The process by which organic substances are broken down into simpler forms of matter, often involving the action of bacteria and fungi.

Primary Producers

Organisms, usually plants and algae, that can produce their own food through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food web.

Headwater Streams

The upper tributaries of a river system, crucial for maintaining the health of the entire ecosystem.

Ecological Services

The benefits that humans receive from natural ecosystems, including pollination, water purification, and climate regulation.