What Is a Noncoding Stretch of DNA That Controls the Spatial

question 4

Multiple Choice

What is a noncoding stretch of DNA that controls the spatial and temporal expression of nearby genes on the same strand?

• A) a cis regulatory element
• B) a trans regulatory element
• C) a transcription factor
• D) a homeobox

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