In Eukaryotes, General Transcription Factors

question 89

Multiple Choice

In eukaryotes, general transcription factors

• A) are required for the expression of specific protein-encoding genes.
• B) bind to other proteins or to a sequence element within the promoter called the TATA box.
• C) inhibit RNA polymerase binding to the promoter and begin transcribing.
• D) usually lead to a high level of transcription even without additional specific transcription factors.
• E) bind to sequences just after the start site of transcription.

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Definitions:

Basilic

Often related to the basilic vein, which is a large vein on the upper arm that helps drain parts of the hand and forearm.

Vertebral Artery

The vertebral artery is one of the major arteries of the neck that supplies blood to the brain, particularly the posterior portion, including the cerebellum and the brainstem.

Posterior Cerebral Artery

A blood vessel that supplies blood to the occipital lobe of the brain, important for vision.

Innominate Artery

Another term for the brachiocephalic artery, which is a major blood vessel that supplies blood to the right arm and the right side of the head and neck.