Question 2:
(A) Define ecotoxicogenomics (3 marks) and provide three examples of ecotoxicogenomics (3 marks). Discuss the three main advantages of ecotoxicogenomics over traditional ecotoxicology (6 marks)
(B) The figure below shows the results of several experiments to determine the differential gene expression in the water flea (Daphnia magna) following exposure to the heavy metals copper (Cu), cadmium (Cd) and zinc (Zn). Write short notes describing these results. In particular, what may you conclude about the mode of action (MOA) of these heavy metals? (8 marks)
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