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Theme D - Continuity & Change

Exploring Epigenetic Impact on Offspring Phenotype

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Last edited on 14th Jun 2024

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Hey future biologists, ready to dive into the mind-blowing world of epigenetics? Get comfy, because we're diving deep! 🏊‍♀️

What's on the Menu? 🍎

  • Epigenetic Tags and Their Removal
  • Genomic Imprinting
  • Mendelian vs. Non-Mendelian Inheritance
  • Real-world Examples

Epigenetic Tags - The Post-its of Your Genes 📌

  • What are they?
    • Epigenetic tags are like little notes (Post-its, if you will) on your genes that tell your cells how to read them. These tags don't change the DNA sequence, but they do influence how genes behave.
  • What happens during baby-making? 🍼
    • Around 99% of these tags get wiped clean in sperm and eggs. It's like your cells do a factory reset before passing genes to the next generation.

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Theme D - Continuity & Change
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Theme D - Continuity & Change

Exploring Epigenetic Impact on Offspring Phenotype

Word Count Emoji
470 words
Reading Time Emoji
3 mins read
Updated at Emoji
Last edited on 14th Jun 2024

Table of content

Hey future biologists, ready to dive into the mind-blowing world of epigenetics? Get comfy, because we're diving deep! 🏊‍♀️

What's on the Menu? 🍎

  • Epigenetic Tags and Their Removal
  • Genomic Imprinting
  • Mendelian vs. Non-Mendelian Inheritance
  • Real-world Examples

Epigenetic Tags - The Post-its of Your Genes 📌

  • What are they?
    • Epigenetic tags are like little notes (Post-its, if you will) on your genes that tell your cells how to read them. These tags don't change the DNA sequence, but they do influence how genes behave.
  • What happens during baby-making? 🍼
    • Around 99% of these tags get wiped clean in sperm and eggs. It's like your cells do a factory reset before passing genes to the next generation.

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Dive deeper and gain exclusive access to premium files of Biology SL. Subscribe now and get closer to that 45 🌟