What is another word for shine-dalgarno sequence?
Pronunciation: [ʃˈa͡ɪndalɡˈɑːnə͡ʊ sˈiːkwəns] (IPA) 
The Shine-Dalgarno sequence refers to a short nucleotide sequence found in prokaryotic mRNA molecules, which is responsible for initiating protein translation. Synonyms for Shine-Dalgarno sequence include ribosome binding site, translational initiation region, and initiation codon. Additionally, some researchers refer to this sequence by its genetic code, AGGAGG, while others use the synonymous CCUCCU or GGAGGA. The importance of the Shine-Dalgarno sequence lies in its ability to pair with a complementary sequence on the small subunit of the ribosome, allowing the ribosome to initiate protein synthesis at the correct start codon. Understanding the various synonyms for this sequence is crucial for researchers studying the intricate details of translation initiation in prokaryotes.
