Function of the RNA primer: DNA polymerases need a double-stranded DNA region to which they can attach in order to begin copying the rest of the DNA strand. In order to provide this double-stranded attachment site, RNA primers are added by primase, an RNA polymerase which does not require such an attachment site itself.
Alimony definition, Law. an allowance paid to a person by that person's spouse or former spouse for maintenance, granted by a court upon a legal separation or a divorce or while action is pending. See more.
Definition of hegemony. In general terms, the word supremacy refers to the superiority or supremacy of one entity above others of the same type. The term can be applied in various situations, but of course always respecting and showing the same meaning that we mentioned.