Question

Due to deficiency of phosphorus.

• A. The rate of protein synthesis is increased
• B. The rate of protein synthesis is decreased
• C. There is no effect on the rate of protein synthesis
• D. The rate of protein synthesis initially declines but increases later on

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

The rate of protein synthesis is decreased

Phosphorus is required during transcription and translation mainly in the form of phosphates. Also, ATP used during these processes have phosphate in their structure. Deficiency of phosphorus will lead to a reduced rate of transcription and translation which ultimately leads to reduced protein synthesis.

So, the correct option is 'The rate of protein synthesis is decreased'.