Which Is Not a Property of RNA Polymerase

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which is not a property of RNA polymerase?

• A)Polymerizes in the 5' → 3' direction.
• B)Catalyzes the formation of phosphodiester linkages.
• C)Polymerizes a reaction assisted by pyrophosphate hydrolysis.
• D)Has exonuclease proof-reading activity.

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Definitions:

Ascocarps

The fruiting bodies produced by ascomycete fungi, which contain the spore-producing structures.

Mycelia

Mycelia are the vegetative parts of fungi, consisting of a network of fine, thread-like structures called hyphae.

Ascocarp

The fruiting body of an ascomycete.

Fruiting Body

The reproductive structure of fungi and other plants which releases spores.