[Campbell Biology P.411] According to the diagram of a transcription unit, which enzyme is r... | Practice Question

According to the diagram of a transcription unit, which enzyme is responsible for synthesizing the RNA transcript?

  • A: DNA ligase
  • B: DNA polymerase
  • C: RNA polymerase
  • D: Reverse transcriptase

Explanation

The diagram clearly labels 'RNA polymerase' as the enzyme responsible for synthesizing the RNA transcript within the transcription unit. The text also states that 'RNA synthesis is catalyzed by RNA polymerase'.