What Happens During the Elongation Step of Transcription

question 33

Multiple Choice

What happens during the elongation step of transcription?

• A) An RNA transcript is formed and stays bound to the DNA template.
• B) RNA polymerase loosely binds the -35 region of the promoter and unwinds the DNA.
• C) The sigma factor dissociates from the core enzyme.
• D) An RNA transcript if formed and then drops off the DNA template.
• E) A polypeptide chain is formed.

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