Lesson 6- Epigenetics Flashcards
1
Q
what is it?
A
chemical markers and proteins located on the DNA that determine gene expression
2
Q
wild radish example
A
produce distasteful chemicals and protective spine when attacked by caterpillars, offspring produce same traits in caterpillar-free environment
3
Q
water flea example
A
grow protective helmets from chemical signals of predators, offspring (and 3rd gen) are born with these helmets
4
Q
lab rats example
A
fungicide grapes consumed had lifelong changes in offspring (and next gen)
