In eukaryotes, gene amplification is tolerated well when the amplified gene encodes for RNA products. However, it is rare or detrimental when the product is a protein. Why would it be advantageous for the cell to amplify the RNA- producing genes and not the protein- producing ones?
A)It allows for the manufacture of many RNA molecules when needed in the cell.
B)Proteins are amplified from a single mRNA molecule.
C)RNAs are amplified from a single protein molecule.
D)More RNA is needed by the cell than protein.
E)both A and B

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Amplifying RNA-producing genes allows for the production of many RNA molecules, which is beneficial for cellular functions. Additionally, proteins can be produced in large quantities from a single mRNA, so amplifying protein-producing genes is not necessary.

In Eukaryotes, Gene Amplification Is Tolerated Well When the Amplified