Gene Regulation Crossword
This printable crossword puzzle on the topic of Genetics & DNA has 14 clues. Answers range from 8 to 20 letters long. This crossword is also available to download as a Microsoft Word document or a PDF.
Description
Transcription factors that bind to DNA and increase the rate of transcription
Influences binding of RNA polymerase to the promoter region
Often required to create an mRNA molecule to be translated into a protein.
Examples include cholesterol, testosterone, and estrogen.
A barrier at the replication fork
They can found thousands of base pairs away from the starting site.
The Reduction of a chemical compound to one that is less complex
This process opens up the tightly packed nucleosome and allows transcription to occur.
The process of attaching a phosphate group to a protein, sugar, or other compound.
Also known as jumping genese
Tightens DNA packaging and reduces gene expression.
Source of genetic variety and diversity
Results in the loss of capability to produce mRNA
Increases the range of a single signal
