Briefly describe the bacterial nucleoid and the molecules required for its folding

What will be an ideal response?


Ans: The bacterial nucleoid is about 80% DNA, with the remaining 20% being protein and RNA. It is clear that proteins are responsible for its folding, but the specific proteins have yet to be identified. RNA is also likely to play a role in nucleoid folding.

Biology & Microbiology

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Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.

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Which of the following is not a characteristic of echinoderms?

A. They have radial symmetry in adults. B. They have spiny skin. C. They exhibit cephalization. D. They have bilateral symmetry in larvae. E. They have a complete digestive tract.

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In the chemical shorthand 14C, the 14 represents the

number of a. excess neutrons. b. protons plus neutrons. c. electrons. d. protons plus electrons. e. radioactive particles.

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Bioaugmentation is a process that involves ________

A) using plants for bioremediation B) ex situ bioremediation C) adding microbes to a cleanup site D) bioventing E) sludge removal

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