Question

Independent assortment occurs during Metaphase I. True False?

In the initiation of transcription, the first nucleotide is placed at _______________.

	a.	the promoter region
	b.	the TATA box
	c.	10 nucleotides upstream to the start site
	d.	the start site

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Answer 1

Answere :

1. The statement is true because Independent assortment occurs during Metaphase I.

Explanation : Independent assortment is the random distribution of homologous chromosomes during meiosis. Metaphase I of prophase I is responsible for the principle of Independent Assortment.

2. The correct option is Option (d) i.e. the start site.

Explanation : The 'start site' or 'initiation site' is region on DNA from where first RNA nucleotide is transcribed. It is also called +1 site.

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