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.
In US GAAP, âcapitalized interestâ is the part of interest expense that is capitalized as part of the cost of asset. IFRS on the other hand, uses the term âborrowing costsâ to refer to the costs incurred in relation to a debt used for construction of the asset.