DNA RNA replication transcription translation

NCERT Biology Class 12, Chapter 5

In eukaryotes, the TATA box is located? NEET Biology MCQ

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In eukaryotes, the TATA box is located

Aat the start of replication
Bupstream of the transcription start site
Cat the start of translation
Dbinding site for σ factor

Correct answer: B. upstream of the transcription start site

The TATA box is a DNA sequence that serves as a binding site for RNA polymerase II and other transcription factors, located upstream of the transcription start site in eukaryotes. It is part of the core promoter region.

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