If a Toxin, Such as a Bacterial Toxin, Destroys Ribosomes

question 12

Multiple Choice

If a toxin, such as a bacterial toxin, destroys ribosomes, what cellular activity will be affected first?

• A) protein synthesis
• B) DNA synthesis
• C) movement
• D) energy storage
• E) active transport

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