Multiple choice

Which of the following types of genes is a transcription factor in the circadian pacemaker of mammal's heart particularly human beings?

  1. Bmal1 gene

  2. Clock gene

  3. Per gene

  4. Tim gene

  5. Cycle gene

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Clock, also known as Circadian Locomotor Output Cycles Kaput, is a transcription factor in the circadian pacemaker of mammals. It affects both the persistence and period of circadian rhythms by its interactions with the gene Bmal1.