“Ghost in Your Genes” Discussion Questions Name_________________________ Per___ 1. What makes one cell type different from another cell type (like muscle cell vs. liver cell), given that they have the same DNA? 2. Give three examples of environmental factors that can change how genes are expressed (that is, how active they are). 3. Are identical twins really 100% identical? Support your answer with evidence from the movie. 4. How has our better understanding of epigenetics changed the way we treat some diseases? Support your answer with evidence from the movie. 5. After watching the movie, reflect on your own lifestyle and habits and how they could change your epigenetic profile. What are you doing that is good for you? What are you doing that may be hurting you? “Ghost in Your Genes” Discussion Questions Name_________________________ Per___ 1. What makes one cell type different from another cell type (like muscle cell vs. liver cell), given that they have the same DNA? 2. Give three examples of environmental factors that can change how genes are expressed (that is, how active they are). 3. Are identical twins really 100% identical? Support your answer with evidence from the movie. 4. How has our better understanding of epigenetics changed the way we treat some diseases? Support your answer with evidence from the movie. 5. After watching the movie, reflect on your own lifestyle and habits and how they could change your epigenetic profile. What are you doing that is good for you? What are you doing that may be hurting you?
