Which of the following is NOT true of histones?
A) They are proteins.
B) They can have genes inside them.
C) They have genes wrapped around them.
D) They can turn genes on and off by binding to them in particular ways.

Question

Which of the following is NOT true of histones?
A) They are proteins.
B) They can have genes inside them.
C) They have genes wrapped around them.
D) They can turn genes on and off by binding to them in particular ways.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Histones are proteins that form the structural framework of chromatin, and are responsible for packaging DNA into the nucleus. While they can bind to and influence gene expression, they do not contain genes inside of them.

Which of the Following Is NOT True of Histones