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Two-step model of SL1 dimerization and isomerization. KL stands for kissing loop and ED for extended duplex. The sequence shown here corresponds to the subtype B (Lai variant) of HIV-1, but the nucleotides are numbered according to the subtype A sequence (Mal variant) for the sake of consistency. Stem- and flanking-bulges are highlighted in gray.
