1.

The signal sequences have a _________ consensus but contain some specific features. They all have a ______ core region preceded by one or more positively charged residues.(a) weak, hydrophilic(b) weak, hydrophobic(c) strong, hydrophilic(d) strong, hydrophilicI have been asked this question during an online interview.Origin of the question is Protein Sorting topic in section Functional Genomics & Proteomics of Bioinformatics

Answer»

Right option is (b) weak, hydrophobic

To explain I would say: HOWEVER, the LENGTH and sequence of the signal sequences VARY tremendously. PEPTIDES targeting mitochondria, for example, are located in the N-terminal region.



Discussion

No Comment Found

Related InterviewSolutions