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Unit 6: Gene expression and regulation

700 possible mastery points

About this unit

DNA helps make us who we are, but how exactly does it work? In this unit, we'll examine the nitty gritty of replication, transcription, and translation, and learn how seemingly small mutations can have a big impact on our lives.
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