Which of the following statements about epigenetics is correct? 1. Twins have identical epigenetic patterns because their DNA sequences are identical. 2. Maternal care can have a significant impact on the epigenome. 3. Your epigenome is not heritable. 4. Schizophrenic patients may benefit from epigenetic drugs. A. 1, 2 and 3 B. 1 and 3 C. 2 and 4 D. 4 only E. All of 1, 2, 3, and 4 are correct

Which of the following statements about epigenetics is correct? 1. Twins have identical epigenetic patterns because their DNA sequences are identical. 2. Maternal care can have a significant impact on the epigenome. 3. Your epigenome is not heritable. 4. Schizophrenic patients may benefit from epigenetic drugs. A. 1, 2 and 3 B. 1 and 3 C. 2 and 4 D. 4 only E. All of 1, 2, 3, and 4 are correct

Human Heredity: Principles and Issues (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305251052

Author:Michael Cummings

Publisher:Michael Cummings

Chapter15: Genomes And Genomics

Section: Chapter Questions

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