Gene regulation

Pronunciation
/jee-n re-guh-lay-shun/
Category
Genetics
Singular
Gene regulation
Plural
Gene regulations

Definition

The mechanisms that determine the level and timing of gene expression.

Etymology

From Latin 'genus', meaning 'kind' or 'type', and 'regulate' meaning 'to control'.

Example

Gene regulation plays a crucial role in development, ensuring that genes are expressed at the right time and place.

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