What effect does the binding of the SRP to the growing polypeptide chain and the ribosome have on protein synthesis?
A)Protein synthesis accelerates.
B)Protein synthesis ceases temporarily.
C)Protein synthesis ceases permanently.
D)Protein synthesis is terminated.
E)The ribosome dissociates.

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The binding of the SRP to the growing polypeptide chain and the ribosome leads to a temporary halt in protein synthesis, allowing for proper targeting and localization of the nascent polypeptide.

What Effect Does the Binding of the SRP to the Growing