Gene Regulation Mechanisms Crossword

This printable crossword puzzle on the topic of Genetics & DNA has 15 clues. Answers range from 5 to 20 letters long. This crossword is also available to download as a Microsoft Word document or a PDF.

Loosely wound Dna; active
tightly wound DNA; inactive
acetylation genes turn off
genes grouped together with related functions. consists of an operator, promoter, and genes.
DNA binding site of repressor protein. controls expression of operon
binds to DNA to stimulate trascription
bind to a promoter region (hormones turn off; transcription)
copy and paste gene; several snRNPs
methylation genes turn off
interference RNA; postranscriptional
a small protein used to tag molecules for destruction
enzyme complexes that break down protein
Rna polymerase binding site; controls transcription of all cells in operon
catabolic; "destroying"
anabolic; "building"