In response to chemical signals, prokaryotes can do which of the following?
A) turn off translation of their mRNA
B) alter the level of production of various enzymes
C) increase the number and responsiveness of their ribosomes
D) inactivate their mRNA molecules
E) alter the sequence of amino acids in certain proteins

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Prokaryotes can alter the level of production of various enzymes in response to chemical signals. This is done by regulating gene expression, either by increasing or decreasing the transcription of specific genes. This allows prokaryotes to adapt to changes in their environment and is a form of gene regulation known as inducible gene expression. The other options are not characteristics of prokaryotic response to chemical signals.

In Response to Chemical Signals, Prokaryotes Can Do Which of the Following