DNA methylation [GO_0006306]

The covalent transfer of a methyl group to either N-6 of adenine or C-5 or N-4 of cytosine.
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Term Information

  • ID: GO_0006306
  • Name: DNA methylation
  • Definition: The covalent transfer of a methyl group to either N-6 of adenine or C-5 or N-4 of cytosine.
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