Epigenetics
Pick up the worksheet “Your Environment, Your Epigenome”
A. Watch the 3 videolinks to learn about epigenetics. While watching, complete the numbered items
below on the back of the worksheet.
1. Define epigenetics
2. Briefly describe how the epigenome is different than the genome.
3. List at least 3 factors that can influence the epigenome.
4. Summarize a study that scientists have conducted to study epigenetics.
B. Videos:
1. nova - 13min - http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/body/epigenetics.html
2. sci show - 10min - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kp1bZEUgqVI
3. minute earth - 3min - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AvB0q3mg4sQ
C. During your 5-day weekend, select a 24-hour time period to collect and record information about
factors that could influence your epigenome (the front of the worksheet).