a- amanitin is a toxin produced by the death cap mushroom. It blocks the synthesis of mRNA. What effect would it have on health of the organism that ate death cap mushrooms? A) It would block DNA synthesis. B) It would denature existing proteins. C) It would tie up Mg²⁺and, through this action, inhibit glycolysis. D) It would cause death.

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Amanitin blocks the synthesis of mRNA, which is essential for protein synthesis. Without protein synthesis, cellular processes would eventually shut down, leading to organ failure and ultimately death.

A- Amanitin Is a Toxin Produced by the Death Cap