van’t Hoff plot is used measure rate of unfolding of proteins

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Consensus Sequences

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The carboxy-terminal domain of the a subunit (aCTD) recognizes the Up-element (where present), whereas s regions 2 and 4 recognize the –10 and –35 regions

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In holoenzyme Region 1.1 of s is highly negatively charged hence region 1.1 acts as a molecular mimic of DNA

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An additional DNA element that binds RNA polymerase is found in some strong promoters, for example, those directing expression of the ribosomal RNA (rRNA) genes. This is called an UP-element and increases polymerase binding by providing an additional specific interaction between the enzyme and the DNA.