MCAT Question of the Day


  • Q:

    Transcription factors are proteins known to bind to DNA and influence the transcription of DNA to RNA. Which of the following types of bonds and interactions contribute to the ability of these factors to recognize specific DNA sequences to bind to?

    I. Hydrogen bonds
    II. Covalent bonds
    III. Hydrophobic interactions


     

    A

    I only

    B

    II only

    C

    II and III only

    D

    I and III only



    Nucleic Acid Structure and Function | Genetic Code, Transcription, Translation | Protein Structure and Function |
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