The Stringent Response Relies on the Production Of

Question

The stringent response relies on the production of
A) pG.
B) ppG.
C) pppG.
D) pGp.
E) ppGpp.

Accepted Answer

The stringent response in bacteria is a stress response mechanism that is triggered by unwanted changes in the cell's environment, such as nutrient limitation. During this response, the concentration of (p)ppGpp in the cell increases, which leads to a decrease in the synthesis of cellular components and an increase in stress response genes. Therefore, the best choice for the production that triggers the stringent response is option E) ppGpp.