Question

Which one of the following is not associated with the process of transcription in bacteria?

• A. Rho factor
• B. Methyl guanosine triphosphate
• C. Sigma factor
• D. DNA dependent RNA polymerase

Hint:

Methyl guanosine triphosphate is a modification seen in eukaryotic transcription, not bacterial transcription.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understand the process of bacterial transcription.
- Rho factor: Involved in the termination of transcription in bacteria.
- Sigma factor: Involved in the initiation of transcription in bacteria by binding RNA polymerase to the promoter.
- DNA dependent RNA polymerase: The enzyme responsible for synthesizing RNA during transcription.
Step 2: Identify the factor not involved in transcription.
- Methyl guanosine triphosphate: This is involved in the capping of mRNA in eukaryotes, not in bacterial transcription.
Conclusion:
The correct answer is (2) Methyl guanosine triphosphate.
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