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15. Central Dogma & Gene Regulation / Steps of Transcription / Problem 5

What happens when RNA polymerase reaches the terminator sequence during transcription?

A

RNA polymerase pauses and rewinds the DNA.

B

RNA polymerase continues to elongate the RNA indefinitely.

C

RNA polymerase switches to synthesizing proteins.

D

RNA polymerase stops transcription and releases the RNA strand.

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