Lecture 19
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What is the function of microRNAs (miRNAs)?

  • Repress translation of target mRNAs (correct)
  • Have no impact on target mRNAs
  • Promote translation of target mRNAs
  • Induce cleavage of target mRNAs

    • What distinguishes miRNA from siRNA in terms of base pairing with target RNAs?

  • Extent of base pairing (correct)
  • Absence of base pairing
  • Type of base pairing
  • Location of base pairing

    • Which enzyme is involved in the transcription of primary miRNA (pri-miRNA)?

  • RNA pol 3
  • RNA pol 2 (correct)
  • RNA pol 1
  • Reverse transcriptase

    • What is the role of small interfering RNAs (siRNAs) in gene expression?

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