Gene Regulation and Expression 12.3

To replicate DNA

To regulate genes by controlling transcription

To synthesize proteins directly

To degrade mRNA

It acts as a binding site for transcription factors and RNA polymerase

It signals the end of transcription

It codes for repressor proteins

It enhances translation efficiency

They replicate DNA during cell division.

They bind to regulatory regions of DNA to control gene expression.

They translate mRNA into proteins.

They degrade unnecessary RNA molecules.