Translation Without a Stop Codon
An mRNA transcript lacking a stop codon is introduced into a cell-free protein synthesis system. Which of the following is the most likely outcome?
A
Translation will terminate at the 5’ end of the mRNA
B
Ribosomes will detach randomly along the transcript
C
Protein synthesis will not initiate at all
D
Ribosomes will remain attached to the mRNA indefinitely
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