Which of following statements concerning RNA transcription is false?
A) The DNA strands become separated during synthesis.
B) Synthesis of RNA is as accurate as synthesis of DNA
C) The template strand is read in the 3' 5' direction.
D) All 4 ribonucleotides are required.

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Synthesis of RNA is not as accurate as synthesis of DNA due to the lack of proofreading mechanisms in RNA polymerase. There is a higher rate of errors in RNA transcription. Therefore, option B is false.

Which of Following Statements Concerning RNA Transcription Is False