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DESCRIPTION

Also known as RPA2_SCHPO, rpa2. DNA-dependent RNA polymerase catalyzes the transcription of DNA into RNA using the four ribonucleoside triphosphates as substrates. Second largest core component of RNA polymerase I which synthesizes ribosomal RNA precursors. Proposed to contribute to the polymerase catalytic activity and forms the polymerase active center together with the largest subunit. Pol I is composed of mobile elements and RPA2 is part of the core element with the central large cleft and probably a clamp element that moves to open and close the cleft (By similarity). Component of the RNA polymerase I (Pol I) complex consisting of 14 subunits.

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rpa2

Probable DNA-directed RNA polymerase I subunit RPA2

rpa2

Molecular Synopsis