SIO458: How Eye Color Reveals the Complexity of Genetics
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The Gene Expression Journey
This chapter explores the complex processes of gene expression, focusing on transcription and translation. It highlights the conversion of DNA into mRNA and the subsequent synthesis of proteins, emphasizing the role of codons and the impact of mutations on protein functionality. Additionally, it discusses the influence of environmental factors on genetic traits, particularly in relation to eye color and the mechanisms of molecular editing technologies like CRISPR.
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