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Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
What is DNA methylation?
💡 Hint: Think about how this might affect transcription.
Question 2
Easy
What effect does histone acetylation have?
💡 Hint: Consider how the structure of chromatin affects gene accessibility.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is the primary effect of DNA methylation on gene expression?
- Repression
- Activation
- No effect
💡 Hint: Remember that methylation is often associated with inactivity.
Question 2
True or False: Histone acetylation promotes transcription by tightening chromatin.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Think about how the DNA structure relates to transcription.
Solve 2 more questions and get performance evaluation
Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Given a scenario where a researcher observes increased DNA methylation in a cancerous cell line, what could be the potential implications for gene expression?
💡 Hint: Consider how gene silencing relates to the characteristics of cancer cells.
Question 2
How might a therapeutic strategy that uses histone acetylation influence a patient with a neurological disorder?
💡 Hint: Consider the connection between gene expression and neurological health.
Challenge and get performance evaluation