In epigenetics,the environment influences gene expression:
A)without changing the underlying DNA sequences that constitute the genes themselves.
B)by changing the underlying DNA sequences that constitute the genes themselves.
C)by decoupling chromosomal pairs.
D)by changing the underlying DNA sequences on only one chromosomal pair.

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Epigenetic modifications, such as DNA methylation or histone acetylation, can alter gene expression without changes to the underlying DNA sequence. These modifications can be influenced by environmental factors, such as diet or stress.

In Epigenetics,the Environment Influences Gene Expression