A mutation in prokaryotic DNA in the sequence encoding the Shine-Dalgarno site may result in which of the following?
Answer: Reduced initiation of translation
Explanation:
Shine-Dalgarno (SD) sequence is defined as ribosomal binding site
in prokaryotic mRNA.
It helps in initiation of protein synthesis by pairing the ribosome
with start codon. Therefore, it helps the ribosome know where to
start translation.
Shine–Dalgarno sequence is located on the 30S subunit of mRNA over
the start codon.
If mutation occurs in prokaryotic DNA in the sequence encoding the
Shine-Dalgarno site then it may affect the initiation of
translation (protein synthesis).
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