What is the primary function of transcription factors?

Practice Questions

Q1
What is the primary function of transcription factors?
  1. To degrade RNA
  2. To initiate transcription of specific genes
  3. To replicate DNA
  4. To package DNA

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the primary function of transcription factors?
  • Step 1: Understand that transcription factors are proteins.
  • Step 2: Know that these proteins interact with DNA.
  • Step 3: Learn that transcription factors bind to specific sequences of DNA.
  • Step 4: Recognize that their main job is to regulate gene transcription.
  • Step 5: Realize that by regulating transcription, they help start the process of making RNA from DNA.
No concepts available.
Soulshift Feedback ×

On a scale of 0–10, how likely are you to recommend The Soulshift Academy?

Not likely Very likely