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Which of the following roles does ribosomal RNA (rRNA) not directly participate in during the translation process?
Which of the following roles does ribosomal RNA (rRNA) not directly participate in during the translation process?
- Catalyzing peptide bond formation
- Carrying amino acids to the ribosome (correct)
- Acting as a scaffold for proteins to form ribosomes
- Ensuring the proper alignment of the mRNA and tRNAs
What is the main function of the promoter in the transcription process?
What is the main function of the promoter in the transcription process?
- Initiating the unwinding of the DNA helix
- Enabling the binding of RNA polymerase to DNA (correct)
- Allowing the binding of tRNA to mRNA
- Terminating the transcription process
What ensures the proper start of the protein synthesis in an mRNA molecule?
What ensures the proper start of the protein synthesis in an mRNA molecule?
- RNA polymerase binding site
- Specific triplet near the 5’-end (correct)
- Stop codon at the 3’ end
- Promoter region upstream of the gene
What is the significance of the genetic code being almost universal?
What is the significance of the genetic code being almost universal?
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Which transcription factor is immediately upstream from the gene in order to start the process of transcription?
Which transcription factor is immediately upstream from the gene in order to start the process of transcription?
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