The complete genome sequence of M. tuberculosis comprises of which of the following?
High-Yield Explanation
The complete genome sequence of M. tuberculosis comprises 4043 genes encoding 3993 proteins and 50 genes encoding RNAs and its high guanine-plus-cytosine content (65.6%) is indicative of an aerobic lifestyle. Reference : Harrisons Principles of Internal Medicine, 18th Edition, Page 1340