what-would-happen-if-a-mutation-occurred-in-the-stop-codon-of-an-mrna-sequence

Question

What would happen if a mutation occurred in the stop codon of an mRNA sequence?

Accepted Answer

The ribosome would continue translating until it reaches the end of the mRNA.

Answer

The ribosome would not be able to initiate translation.

Answer

Translation would terminate prematurely.

Answer

The polypeptide chain would be released early.