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Temperate Bacteriophages | Genetics

The below mentioned article provides a study note on temperate bacteriophages, these are the phages that can enter into a lysogenic relationship with their host. Subject-Matter of Temperate Bacteriophage: There are some bacteria and bacteriophages (bacterial viruses) whose relationships are partially symbiotic. The bacterium may carry such a phage as a part of its chromosome, while in turn, the phage [...]

By |2016-07-12T13:50:59+00:00July 12, 2016|Prokaryotes|Comments Off on Temperate Bacteriophages | Genetics

Mechanism of Transcription in Prokaryotes | Genetics

In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Transcription in Prokaryotes 2. Mechanism of Transcription in Prokaryotes 3. Reverse Transcription 4. Prokaryotic vs. Eukaryotic Transcription 5. Detection. Meaning of Transcription in Prokaryotes: Transcription is the process through which a DNA sequence is enzymaticaly copied by an RNA polymerase to produce a complementary RNA. The synthesis of RNA from [...]

By |2016-07-12T12:16:49+00:00July 12, 2016|Prokaryotes|Comments Off on Mechanism of Transcription in Prokaryotes | Genetics

Gene Regulation in Prokaryotes | Genetics

In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Introduction to Gene Regulation in Prokaryotes 2. Types of Operon in Gene Regulation 3. Mechanisms. Introduction to Gene Regulation in Prokaryotes: Gene regulation refers to the control of the rate or manner in which a gene is expressed. In other words, gene regulation is the process by which the cell determines (through [...]

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