There are a group of promoters from the genes for metallothioneins. These are a group of proteins rich in ______ residues.

There are a group of promoters from the genes for metallothioneins. These are a group of proteins rich in ______ residues. Correct Answer cysteine

These are rich in cytseine residues which chelate heavy metals to reduce their toxicity. The promoter is induced by treatment of cells with heavy metal ions such as zinc and cadmium.

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The signal sequences are typically _______ residues long, rich in _____ charged residues such as arginines as well as hydroxyl residues such as serines and threonines, but devoid of ______ charged residues.