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What are constitutive genes/housekeeping genes?

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Genes that encode these enzymes of basic cellular functions that are regularly transcribed and translated to provide a constant supply of active enzymes.

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What does it mean to say genes are regulated?

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They are expressed only when needed.

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Why must genes be regulated?

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To conserve energy and cellular materials.

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