If a gene is active when you are in a state of high stress,but the gene is passive when you are calm,this action depending on your environment would be an example of gene
A) expression.
B) exponentiation.
C) exhibition.
D) excitation.

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Gene expression refers to the process by which information from a gene is used to synthesize a protein. In this example, the gene is active (expressed) when the person is in a state of high stress, but passive (not expressed) when they are calm. This indicates that the gene's expression is regulated by environmental factors, specifically the person's stress levels. Therefore, A) expression is the best choice. The other options do not accurately describe this process.

If a Gene Is Active When You Are in a State