What Would Be the Consequence of a Mutation in the Gene

question 56

Multiple Choice

What would be the consequence of a mutation in the gene that encodes sigma factor for bacterial transcription?

• A) The initiation of transcription may begin at random points of the DNA template.
• B) The RNA polymerase may not be released from the DNA template.
• C) Transcription may be delayed indefinitely, which may kill the cell.
• D) The RNA transcript may not be able to dissociate from the DNA template.
• E) The transcription may end prematurely, resulting in shorter mRNA transcript.

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