Worksheet Question: Gene Expression
1. Define gene expression.
2. List and briefly explain the two main steps of gene expression.
3. Explain the role of transcription in gene expression.
4. Describe the process of translation and its significance in gene
expression.
5. Differentiate between transcription and translation. Provide at least two
points of distinction.
6. What are the key players involved in gene expression? Briefly explain
the roles of DNA, RNA, and proteins in this process.
7. Discuss how gene expression is regulated in cells. Provide at least two
mechanisms.
8. Why is gene expression important for the functioning of living
organisms?
9. Provide an example of a genetic disorder that results from a malfunction
in gene expression. Briefly explain how this malfunction occurs and its
consequences.
10. Imagine you are a scientist studying gene expression. Design an
experiment to investigate the effect of a specific environmental factor on
gene expression in a model organism of your choice. Outline the steps of
your experiment and the expected outcomes.