Signal which are used for gene finding prokaryotic genomes

Question

Write down the main signals which are used for gene finding in prokaryotic genomes. How such signals are introduced in search algorithms?

Answer 1

The major signals used are the TATA Box as well as the GC rich areas present ahead of promoters in the prokaryotes. Because, the genes in prokaryotes are prearranged as operons so using comparative genomics we can locate new genes.