Genes provide the blueprint for how the body will develop. However, early experiences, including prenatal experiences, tell the gene whether or not to express itself (turn on) through:

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Hormones play a crucial role in gene expression by signaling genes to turn on or off, thus influencing how the body develops in response to early experiences, including prenatal ones.

Genes Provide the Blueprint for How the Body Will Develop