Gene Expression
Definition
Gene expression is the process by which information from a gene is used to create a functional product, usually a protein.
Related terms
Transcription: This is the first step in gene expression where DNA's information is copied into RNA.
Translation: This follows transcription and involves decoding the mRNA into a polypeptide chain or protein.
Regulation of Gene Expression: This refers to controlling when genes are transcribed into mRNA. It's like deciding when to use certain recipes in your cookbook.
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Anatomy & Physiology
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AP Biology - 4.3 Signal Transduction
Practice Questions (3)
Changes in the DNA and gene expression will intially affect which area first?
Changes in the DNA and gene expression will eventually affect:
How can signal transduction pathways affect gene expression?
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