Explain the difference between an intrinsic terminator and a Rho-dependent termination site

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: Intrinsic terminators occur at the nucleotide (DNA) level and require no additional protein involvement. They can develop into secondary structures such as loops, which freely form through base pairing with itself to ultimately halt transcription of RNA. Rho-dependent termination also stops RNA transcription but requires the protein Rho, which interacts with the DNA template-RNA polymerase complex to dissociate the complex at specific nucleotide sequences.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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a. act as a proton donor, raising the pH of the solution b. act as a proton acceptor, raising the pH of the solution c. act as a proton donor, lowering the pH of the solution d. act as a proton acceptor, lowering the pH of the solution e. do nothing since the aqueous solution is neutral

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Which of the following is associated with dental caries?

A. Lactococcus lactis B. Streptococcus mutans C. Enterococcus faecalis D. Streptococcus pneumoniae

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