Microbiology: A Systems Approach 4th Edition

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Chapter 9 - Microbial Genetics - 9.3 Genetic Regulation of Protein Synthesis - 9.3 Learning Outcomes-Assess Your Progress - Page 254: 16

Answer

Tetracycline latches to the ribosome to inhibit elongation of the polypetide chain. Erythromycin halts transcription by mRNA.

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Tetracycline latches to the ribosome to inhibit elongation of the polypetide chain. Erythromycin halts transcription by mRNA.
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