Q:A regulatory sequence exists at 2111 – 2116. Write the sequence and describe its significance? Q:What is the purpose of the signal peptide in this gene?

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The sequence of the regulatory element reads [aataaa]. This is known as a Poly(A) signal sequence, and drives cleavage of eukaryotic pre-mRNA, resulting in the 3' end. Signal peptides serve to direct new proteins to the correct secretory pathway.