[Campbell Biology P.384] According to the diagram illustrating how DNA change results in alt... | Practice Question

According to the diagram illustrating how DNA change results in altered appearance, what is the direct product of transcription that then carries the genetic information to be translated into the pigment-synthesizing enzyme?

  • A: DNA
  • B: mRNA
  • C: Protein
  • D: Enzyme

Explanation

The diagram clearly shows that DNA undergoes 'TRANSCRIPTION' to produce 'mRNA', which then undergoes 'TRANSLATION' to produce the 'Protein: Enzyme required for pigment synthesis'. Thus, mRNA is the direct product of transcription that carries the genetic information to be translated.