Heat Shock Element (HSE)is a Response Element Found in the Promoter

question 27

Multiple Choice

Heat shock element (HSE) is a response element found in the promoter region of genes.How is transcription of the HSE activated?

• A)in response to cold
• B)in response to elevated temperature
• C)in response to sunlight
• D)in response to darkness

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