gene expression
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
The process by which the information in a gene is used to produce a functional product, usually a protein.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Environmental factors can switch _____ on or off without changing the underlying DNA sequence."
Answer: gene expression
In your own words, what does "gene expression" mean?
The process by which the information in a gene is used to produce a functional product, usually a protein.
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