Genome Organization
Genome Organization
Genome Organization
Gene Structure
Histone Proteins
Responsible for packaging DNA into nucleosomes
4 different types: H2A, H2B, H3, H4
Highly conserved, 102-135 aa (147 aa)
Rich in Lys and Arg
Mitochondrial DNA
Mitochondria have some of their own
DNA, ribosomes, and can make many of
their own proteins.
The DNA is circular and lies in the matrix
Mitochondria also have their own
ribosomes and tRNA
Human
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