7 Questions
What is the size range of mRNA?
Heterogeneous
What percentage of total cellular RNA does mRNA comprise?
3-5%
What is the function of mRNA?
Codes for proteins
What is the structural characteristic of mRNA at its 5'- and 3'- ends?
Untranslated regions (UTR)
What is the purpose of the 5' cap on mRNA?
To protect mRNA from degradation
What is the purpose of the poly A tail on mRNA?
To protect mRNA from degradation
Is eukaryotic mRNA monocistronic or polycistronic?
Monocistronic
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