A different pattern of methylation in genes responsible for glucose and fatty acid metabolism is common in individuals _______________.
A) with cancer.
B) conceived during famine
C) exposed to chemicals in cigarette smoke
D) with young parents
E) of certain ethnic groups

Question

A different pattern of methylation in genes responsible for glucose and fatty acid metabolism is common in individuals _______________.  
A) with cancer.
B) conceived during famine
C) exposed to chemicals in cigarette smoke
D) with young parents
E) of certain ethnic groups

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that individuals conceived during famine have a different pattern of methylation in genes responsible for glucose and fatty acid metabolism. This is believed to be an epigenetic adaptation to the nutritional stresses experienced during development.

A Different Pattern of Methylation in Genes Responsible for Glucose