Philip Ball – How Life Works
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Redefining the Genome in Biological Understanding
This chapter challenges traditional views of the genome as a blueprint for life, emphasizing the evolving understanding of genes and their regulatory functions. It highlights the complexity of gene expression and the shift in perception from deterministic views to acknowledging the genome as a provider of resources for cells. The discussion emphasizes the importance of gene regulation in complex organisms and the need for new metaphors to grasp the intricate nature of biology.
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