lncRNAs assist with changes in chromatin. In embryonic stem cells some of these molecules can act in a repressive role to suppress differentiation and maintain the stem cell state, while others can act in an activating role to allow differentiation to proceed.

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This statement is true. lncRNAs can play important roles in regulating gene expression and chromatin structure during development, including in embryonic stem cells. Some lncRNAs have been shown to help maintain the stem cell state and prevent differentiation, while others can promote differentiation by promoting changes in chromatin structure and activating certain genes.

LncRNAs Assist with Changes in Chromatin