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Question

Which of the following statements about α-amanitin, a toxin that inhibits transcription by binding to RNA polymerase, is incorrect?

Accepted Answer

It has low specificity and affinity for RNA polymerase.

Answer

It is a toxic compound.

Answer

It is obtained from the mushroom Amanita phalloides.

Answer

It prevents nucleotide incorporation and thus RNA synthesis.