Multiple Choice
How is the epigenetic trait induced by vinclozolin transmitted to offspring?
A) DNA methylation is increased in sperm of treated males, and this methylation pattern is inherited by offspring.
B) Treated males are more successful at mating, so more offspring inherit the trait.
C) Females exposed to the drug produce fewer eggs, and the resulting offspring exhibit this same phenotype.
D) Treated females have increased DNA methylation in neuronal cells, which alters their mating behaviors.
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