Why can transcription and translation be linked in prokaryotes?
AThey lack RNA polymerase
BThey lack ribosomal subunits
CThey produce no messenger RNA
DThey lack a nuclear compartment
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. They lack a nuclear compartment
With no nucleus separating the two, ribosomes can begin translating mRNA while it is still being made.
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