What part does the environment play in DNA expression?
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Environment play in DNA expression
Gene expression is significantly influenced by the environment.
Gene expression is influenced by environmental elements like temperature, nutrition, medications, chemicals, mutagens, oxygen level, light, humidity, etc.
The chemistry that encodes genes in brain cells may be altered, either temporarily or permanently, by positive experiences, such as exposure to rich learning opportunities, or by unfavorable effects, such as hunger or environmental contaminants.
Epigenetic modification is the name given to this process.