NEET2003ZoologyMolecular Basis of InheritanceActual
During transcription, the DNA site at which RNA polymerase binds is called:
Options
- Apromoter
- Bregulator
- Creceptor
- Denhancer
Correct answer
A. promoter
Step-by-step solution
Promoter region is the proximal area of transcription unit, which provides site for attachment of transcription factors ( factor) and RNA polymerasc. It is present upstream at 5' end of coding strand. It has special structure; an AT rich area called TATA box or Pribnow box.