Pairs per Turn of the Helix in Solution: The Mica Experiment. The Double Helix Has Minor and Major Grooves. As a result of the double-helical structure of the two chains, the DNA. molecule is a long extended polymer with two grooves that are not.
DEFINITION of 'Initial Interest Rate Cap'. The maximum amount the interest rate on an adjustable-rate loan can adjust on its first scheduled adjustment date. This is part of the interest rate cap structure on the loan, usually a mortgage, which helps to give borrowers some protection from payment shock but does limit the benefit from interest rate reductions.
Interest. Interest is the cost of borrowing money. An interest rate is the cost stated as a percent of the amount borrowed per period of time, usually one year. The prevailing market rate is composed of: 1  The Real Rate of Interest that compensates lenders for postponing their own spending during the term of the loan.