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Model of the Polinton transposition. Polinton single-stranded DNAs are shown in red (those synthesized de novo are shown in orange); their TIRs are in light red and orange. The polymerase, terminal protein, and integrase are depicted as black, blue, and green ovals. Old and new target site duplications are marked by small green and blue rectangles. See Mechanism of Transposition for details.
