Question

Suppose a mutation occurs in the gene for a particular aminoacyl-tRNA synthetase. The mutation changes which amino acid is recognized, without affecting which tRNA molecule is recognized. How is this likely to affect protein synthesis?Find all that apply.

It will change the location of start sites during transcription.



It will change the sequence of bases in processed mRNAs.


It will change the location of splice sites in pre-mRNAs.


It will change the sequence of amino acids in polypeptide chains.


It will cause premature termination of translation.


It will affect the synthesis of only a few types of protein produced by the cell.

It will affect the synthesis of most of the proteins produced by the cell.