Which of the following causes DNA to wrap tightly around histones essentially shutting down transcription?
A) methylation
B) acetylation
C) nitrogenation
D) dehydration
E) carbonation

Question

Which of the following causes DNA to wrap tightly around histones essentially shutting down transcription?
A) ​methylation
B) ​acetylation
C) ​nitrogenation
D) ​dehydration
E) ​carbonation

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DNA methylation causes DNA to wrap tightly around histones, making it difficult for RNA polymerase to access the DNA strand and shutting down transcription.

Which of the Following Causes DNA to Wrap Tightly Around