All of the Following Factors Can Affect the Efficiency of Transcription

question 11

Multiple Choice

All of the following factors can affect the efficiency of transcription of the mRNAs in the Ebola virus EXCEPT….

• A) Strength of the polymerase binding site.
• B) Location of the gene in the genome.
• C) RNA secondary structure at 3' end of gene.
• D) RNA secondary structure in the intergenic region.
• E) Presence of overlapping genes.

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Definitions:

Adipose Tissue

A type of body tissue that stores fat, which serves as a source of energy, insulation, and cushioning for organs.

Areolar Connective Tissue

A loose, fibrous tissue found throughout the body that supports and cushions organs and structures, particularly under the skin and around blood vessels and nerves.

Reticular Connective Tissue

A type of connective tissue that supports softer organs of the body with a network of thin, collagenous fibers.

Calcium Storage

The retention of calcium ions within certain tissues or organelles, important for various physiological processes including muscle contraction.