Which epigenetic mechanism is often reversible and thus a potential target for therapeutic intervention (e.g. in cancer)?
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Correct answer: DNA methylation and histone modifications
Epigenetic marks such as DNA methylation and histone modifications are reversible and dynamic, making them attractive targets for therapies (e.g. DNMT inhibitors, HDAC inhibitors) in diseases like cancer.
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