Which Statement Is FALSE with Respect to Different $\sigma$ (Sigma) Subunits in Bacterial RNA Polymerase?
A) Specific Amino Acids

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which statement is FALSE with respect to different $\sigma$ (sigma) subunits in bacterial RNA polymerase?

• A) Specific amino acids in \(\sigma\) subunits will interact with the polymerase.
• B) \(\sigma\) subunits will specifically interact with DNA sequences spanning approximately three turns of the helix.
• C) \(\sigma\) subunits interact with both DNA and the RNA polymerase in the elongation form.
• D) Multiple \(\sigma\) subunits exist in E. coli.
• E) The binding of NusA is competitive with the binding of \(\sigma\) subunits in E. coli.

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Heritability Estimates

Statistical measures that indicate what proportion of variation in a trait within a population can be attributed to genetic differences.

Heredity

The passing on of physical or mental characteristics genetically from one generation to another.

Genetic Variations

Differences in DNA sequences among individuals, which contribute to the biological diversity of species.

Population Increase

The growth in the number of individuals in a population, often discussed in the context of environmental, economic, and social implications.