28Transcription Translation Protein SynthesisMedium1 mark
A scientist investigates the action of a drug that affects the production of proteins by cells.
The scientist grows two groups of cells.
The scientist adds the drug to one group of the cells.
After one day, the scientist determines the mass of proteins in each group of cells.
The table shows the results.
| group of cells | mass of proteins produced per million cells / g |
|---|---|
| with no drug | 25 |
| with drug | 5 |
Which statements could explain the results in the table?
- 1The drug stops messenger RNA passing through ribosomes.
- 2The drug stops production of messenger RNA.
- 3The drug stops the copying of DNA before mitosis.